Regional Manager, Commercial Surety

IAT Insurance Group; Louisiana (MO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 PTO Days + 12 Company Holidays

7% 401(k) Company Match

Numerous training and development opportunities

Healthcare and Wellness Programs

College Loan Assistance Support Plan

Educational Assistance Program

Mentorship Program

Dress for Your Day Policy

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Regional Manager for Commercial Surety in Plano, Texas. The role involves overseeing the regional surety business across multiple states, establishing strategic goals, and managing staff. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in surety, strong leadership skills, and the ability to build relationships. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in surety with experience building and developing distribution relationships.
• Significant commercial surety experience.
• Current IAT Surety employee meeting expectations considered.

Responsibilities

• Establish regional goals and objectives.
• Manage regional staff performance and development.
• Prepare and present annual budget for the region.
• Establish and manage department expenses and budget.
• Drive regional initiatives and business strategies.

Skills

Commercial surety expertise

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

Regional Manager, Commercial Surety page is loaded## Regional Manager, Commercial Suretylocations: Plano TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100055IAT Insurance Group has an immediate need for a Commercial Surety Regional Manager located in our Plano, Texas location. The Commercial Surety Regional Manager is responsible and accountable for the successful management of the Plano, Texas commercial surety business, which consists of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. This individual will be responsible for the growth and development of the region with the full financial support of IAT. This senior leader needs to be recognized as a commercial surety expert within the industry in order to maintain credibility with agents and attract the additional talent required as the business grows. The goal is to position IAT Surety as both a valued partner to key surety producers as well as a recognized leader in the regional surety marketplace. This role will work a hybrid schedule from the office Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working remotely on Thursday and Friday.**Responsibilities:*** Establish and implement short- and long-range regional goals and objectives.* Manage the performance and development of regional staff* Prepare and present annual budget for Regional Office* Establish and manage the department expenses and budget* Drive regional initiatives and business strategies* Work strategically and tactically with agents/principals to ensure appropriate level of understanding of company goals and objectives* Coach, lead and develop underwriters and participate in the development of underwriting training* Manage regional agency plant to ensure positive and profitable outcomes* Within authority limit, make timely and prudent decisions consistent with approved guidelines and requirements within submission timeframe* Jointly, with Chief Commercial Officer and Home Office Underwriter, establish and manage regional growth and business targets* Accountable for the profit centers’ underwriting and accurate underwriting documentation and adhere to underwriting policies and procedures* Participate in industry functions to increase company visibility in the marketplace* Demonstrate superior responsiveness to agents, principals* Perform other duties as necessary**Qualifications:****Must Have:*** Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, more than 10 of experience in surety with experience building, developing, and expanding distribution relationships or equivalent* Equivalent experience is defined as 8 years of relevant surety underwriting experience along with 2+ years of other related professional experience* Experience must include significant commercial surety* We will consider current IAT Surety employees for this role who are currently meeting expectations and have the appropriate level of technical abilities* Must be a sharp rigorous thinker who creates a logical connection for others between the dynamics of market realities, goals, vision and strategy* Ability to respond promptly and effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints* Ability to define problems, gather the facts and draw valid conclusions* Ability to prioritize and organize* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Possess high ethical standards and expects the same from all other in the organization.* Ability to establish and develop long‐standing relationships* To qualify, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, VISA sponsorship for employment purposes**Preferred to Have:*** Leadership experienceAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.**#LI-JG1**IAT Insurance Group is the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. **I*nsurance* A*nswers* T*ogether*** is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.At IAT, we’re committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward – driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That’s why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.We offer comprehensive benefits like:* 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off* 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing* Hybrid work environment* Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career* Healthcare and Wellness Programs* Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses* College Loan Assistance Support Plan* Educational Assistance Program* Mentorship Program* Dress for Your Day PolicyAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.