Entry-Level Surety Underwriter Trainee

UFG Insurance; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive compensation

Accident, critical Illness & short‑h­t

Retirement plans with employer contri­

Generous time-off program

Programs designed to support the well‑

Job summary

UFG Insurance is seeking a Surety Underwriter Trainee to join our growing Surety Department in Dallas, TX. You will receive on-the-job training that covers financial statement analysis, contract review, credit reports, and agency visits, with mentorship to ensure profitable, controlled growth.

During the trainee program you will underwrite submissions with guidance, travel with seasoned underwriters, and develop skills across software platforms while delivering high-quality service to internal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or combination of education or surety experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance or accounting preferred.
• Certified, or working towards, AFSB designation, preferred.
• Employees are expected to participate in continuing education throughout their careers.
• 1+ years of professional work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a comprehensive surety underwriting training program consisting of mentoring, self-study, and on-line learning.
• Gain an understanding and develop analytical skills on how to investigate, analyze, and underwrite surety business profitably.
• Underwrite new submissions and existing accounts with assistance from mentors. Evaluate and assess financial status, credit standing, and organization profile to analyze and determine acceptability of the risk within the framework of UFG underwriting policies and procedures.
• Assist surety underwriters in processing their books of business.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Provide high-quality customer service in all interactions with internal and external customers
• Gain exposure and skills on various software platforms.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance or accounting

Job description

UFG Insurance is seeking a Surety Underwriter Trainee to join our growing Surety Department in Dallas, TX. You will receive on-the-job training that covers financial statement analysis, contract review, credit reports, and agency visits, with mentorship to ensure profitable, controlled growth.

During the trainee program you will underwrite submissions with guidance, travel with seasoned underwriters, and develop skills across software platforms while delivering high-quality service to internal