Regional Director, Commercial Surety Growth

IAT Insurance Group; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401(k) match and profit sharing

Hybrid work environment

Training & development opportunities

Healthcare and wellness programs

Performance-based bonuses

College loan assistance

Educational assistance

Mentorship program

Dress for your day

Job summary

IAT Insurance Group in Plano/Spring, TX seeks a Commercial Surety Regional Manager to lead the regional business across TX, OK, LA, and AR in a hybrid work setup from the office Monday-Wednesday with remote options Thursday-Friday.

The role requires strategic leadership, underwriting expertise, and collaboration with agents and principals to achieve growth while upholding high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; 10+ years in surety.
• Experience building, developing, and expanding distribution relationships.
• 8 years of relevant surety underwriting plus 2+ years of related experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require VISA sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement short- and long-range regional goals.
• Manage regional staff performance and development.
• Prepare and present annual budget for Regional Office.
• Establish and manage department expenses and budget.
• Drive regional initiatives and business strategies.
• Collaborate with agents/principals to align goals and strategies.
• Coach, lead and develop underwriters and participate in underwriting training.
• Manage regional agency plant for profitable outcomes.
• Make timely underwriting decisions within guidelines.
• Set regional growth targets with CCO and Home Office Underwriter.
• Ensure underwriting documentation and policies are followed.
• Participate in industry functions to raise company visibility.

Skills

Leadership experience

Verbal and written communication

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

IAT Insurance Group in Plano/Spring, TX seeks a Commercial Surety Regional Manager to lead the regional business across TX, OK, LA, and AR in a hybrid work setup from the office Monday-Wednesday with remote options Thursday-Friday.

The role requires strategic leadership, underwriting expertise, and collaboration with agents and principals to achieve growth while upholding high ethical standards.