Senior AVP, Surety Claims — High-Impact Bond Leader

Sompo; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sompo is seeking an AVP, Surety Claims to lead and manage the most complex U.S. Surety claims, including multi-million-dollar matters across various bond types.

You will collaborate with underwriting, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams to develop strategies, drive risk mitigation, and deliver timely, data-driven reporting. The role requires 10+ years in Surety claims with leadership experience (JD preferred) and strong skills in legal review, settlements, and negotiations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Surety claims experience with leadership.
• Experience handling complex, high-exposure claims >$10M.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage complex U.S. Surety claims.
• Lead strategies for high-exposure matters.
• Collaborate with underwriting and cross-functional teams.
• Provide large loss and reserve reporting.
• Mentor claims staff and support initiatives.
• Represent the organization at industry events and travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Analytical

Contract review

Microsoft Office

Education

J.D. preferred

CPCU preferred

Tools

Claims systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sompo is seeking an AVP, Surety Claims to lead and manage the most complex U.S. Surety claims, including multi-million-dollar matters across various bond types.

You will collaborate with underwriting, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams to develop strategies, drive risk mitigation, and deliver timely, data-driven reporting. The role requires 10+ years in Surety claims with leadership experience (JD preferred) and strong skills in legal review, settlements, and negotiations.