Bond Manager - Midwest

Old Republic Surety Company; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

A leading surety provider in the Midwest is seeking a Bond Manager to lead their operation in Iowa. In this hands-on role, you will coach a team of Surety Contract Underwriters while setting profit and production goals. Ideal candidates will have over five years of experience in surety underwriting and a strong track record in agency relationship management. The position offers a substantial salary with a comprehensive benefits package, including a performance bonus program and retirement planning options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in surety underwriting, with seven or more years preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to mentor underwriting professionals.
• Strong knowledge of contract surety and fidelity underwriting principles.
• Proven success in agency relationship management and business development.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Surety Contract Underwriters.
• Set and achieve profit and underwriting quality goals.
• Make key underwriting decisions to grow the surety portfolio.
• Travel to meet agency partners and pursue new business.
• Represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Surety underwriting

Business development

Team leadership

Agency relationship management

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Bond Manager

Region (Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota)

Description

Old Republic Surety Company is seeking an experienced Bond Manager to lead and grow our Midwest-based surety operation. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a proven surety professional who excels in underwriting, business development, and team leadership.

About Old Republic Surety Company

Headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Old Republic Surety Company ranks among the nation’s top underwriters of contractors’ performance and payment bonds, miscellaneous surety, and commercial fidelity products, offering thousands of bond types nationwide.

We proudly partner with a network of more than 4,000 independent insurance agencies—highly regarded agents and brokers who market our surety and financial indemnity products throughout the United States. Old Republic Surety Company is widely recognized within the insurance industry for our stability, integrity, and long‑standing reputation as a reliable and trusted surety provider.

Duties That Make an Impact

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of Surety Contract Underwriters and future Associate Underwriters
• Setting and achieving profit, production, and underwriting quality goals
• Making key underwriting decisions that strengthen and grow the surety portfolio
• Traveling throughout the territory to meet with agency partners, pursue new business, and strengthen relationships
• Representing Old Republic Surety Company at industry and trade events
• Preparing budgets, managing expenses, and monitoring branch financial performance
• Utilizing CRM software to track agency activity, marketing initiatives, and production data
• Recruiting, training, and developing talent while cultivating a strong branch culture aligned with company values

Experience & Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of experience in surety underwriting, marketing, and production (seven or more years strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop underwriting professionals
• Strong knowledge of contract surety and fidelity underwriting principles
• Proven success in agency relationship management and business development
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision‑making skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $140,000–$220,000, commensurate with experience
• Eligibility for our annual Performance Recognition Plan bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
• Financial and retirement benefits:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit‑sharing plan
  • Roth 401(k) options
  • 529 education savings plan
• Employee referral bonus program

Why Join Old Republic Surety Company?

At Old Republic Surety Company, you’ll join a stable, respected organization that values leadership, collaboration, and long‑term success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career with one of the most trusted names in the surety industry.

Old Republic Surety Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace.