Remote Regional Commercial Surety Leader (TX/LA)

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.; South Dakota; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) company match

Employee Assistance Plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness program

Job summary

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Regional Manager for Commercial Surety to lead underwriting leadership, marketing, and portfolio profitability across the territory.

The role emphasizes market-facing leadership, strong broker relationships, and disciplined risk selection. You will analyze financial statements, structure terms, and set pricing while ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. AFSB, CPCU) is preferred.
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in underwriting roles within the surety industry.
• Demonstrated success developing agency relationships and generating profitable growth.
• Proven business development and marketing experience.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Lead underwriting for the assigned territory and approve submissions within delegated authority.
• Develop regional marketing and production plans; build relationships with brokers and agencies.
• Own profit and loss results for the region; manage portfolio mix, pricing, and growth metrics.
• Provide coaching and guidance to underwriters; promote best practices and underwriting consistency.
• Travel throughout the territory to maintain agency and client relationships; participate in events and visits.
• Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and other underwriting data to assess risk.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning with senior leadership.

Skills

Underwriting leadership

Agency development

Portfolio management

Financial statement analysis

Negotiation

Relationship building

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Advanced degree or professional certifications (AFSB, CPCU)

5+ years underwriting experience in surety

Proven agency relationships and profitable growth

Business development and marketing experience

Willingness to travel

Job description

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Regional Manager for Commercial Surety to lead underwriting leadership, marketing, and portfolio profitability across the territory.

The role emphasizes market-facing leadership, strong broker relationships, and disciplined risk selection. You will analyze financial statements, structure terms, and set pricing while ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines.