Commercial Surety Underwriting Regional Manager - Southwest

RiseMe; Arizona; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Great American Insurance Group’s Bond Division seeks a Commercial Surety Underwriting Regional Manager/Sr. Manager for the Southwest Region (Los Angeles, Denver, Phoenix).

The role involves in-office work and travel within the territory, leading a team to assess risk, set terms, and drive profitability. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting, 9+ years in underwriting with 4+ in management, and may pursue AF SB, CPA, or RPLU certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• 9+ years of related experience with 4+ years in management; progression toward certification preferred (AFSB, CPA, RPLU).

Responsibilities

• Understand and analyze business reports needed in underwriting processes.
• Responsible for risk selection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability for the branch.
• Assess risk quality in compliance with guidelines.
• Review underwriting and make credit extension recommendations.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively and stay highly organized.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and timely decisions.
• Operate with integrity and accountability.
• Coach and develop team.

Skills

Risk assessment

Underwriting

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Decision making

Coaching

Relationship building

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or related

AFSB/CPA/RPLU certifications preferred

Job description

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Great American has been providing surety bonds for 100 years. We are known for expert underwriting, solid financial strength, market leadership and creative solutions to bonding needs. We are one of the top surety companies in the United States.

Bonds - Great American Insurance Group

Our Bond Division is hiring a Commercial Surety Underwriting Regional Manager/Sr. Manager for the Southwest Region in cities such as Los Angeles (Orange), Denver, or Phoenix. This position involves in-office work and traveling within the assigned territory.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Understand and analyze business reports needed in the underwriting processes, including credit checks, bank agreements, and financial statements.
• Responsible for all risk selection/rejection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability for their branch office.
• Assess risk quality in compliance with company guidelines.
• Review the underwriting of others and make recommendations for extending surety credit including the terms and conditions.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationshipswith internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively.
• Must be highly organized to handle a variety of responsibilities.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Make timely, informed decisions.
• Operate with integrity and honesty.
• Hold self and team accountable for achieving established objectives.
• Use independent judgment and initiative to support business goals.
• Coach and develop team.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Field of Study: Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
• Experience: Generally, 9+ years of related experience and 4 or more years of management experience. Progression toward certification in area of expertise preferred; appropriate certifications could include Associate in Surety and Fidelity Bonding (AFSB), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and/or Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU).

Business Unit

Bond

Salary Range

$0.00 -$0.00

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees* Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.