Senior Contract Surety Underwriter & Agency Growth Leader

Berkley Surety (a Berkley Company); Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Eligible for annual discretionary bonus

Health, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness

Paid time off

401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Job summary

Berkley Surety (a Berkley Company) is looking for an experienced Underwriter in Kentucky to manage, produce, and underwrite new and renewal business from assigned agents and brokers. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of Surety industry experience, excellent analytical skills, and the capacity to provide recommendations to support client bond needs. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus eligibility, and comprehensive health and wellness offerings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Surety industry or related experience required.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, produce and underwrite new and renewal business.
• Independently underwrites and assesses assigned portfolio of accounts.
• Accountable for accurate underwriting documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Customer focus

Risk assessment

Self-motivation

Education

Minimum 4-year degree or related industry experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Lotus Notes

Underwriting System

Job description

Berkley Surety (a Berkley Company) is looking for an experienced Underwriter in Kentucky to manage, produce, and underwrite new and renewal business from assigned agents and brokers. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of Surety industry experience, excellent analytical skills, and the capacity to provide recommendations to support client bond needs. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus eligibility, and comprehensive health and wellness offerings.