Senior Surety Underwriter & Agency Growth Leader

UFG Career; Charlotte, Charleston (NC, SC); Remote; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive compensation

Retirement plans with employer contrib

Job summary

UFG Insurance is seeking an Executive Surety Underwriter to build a profitable mix of new and existing surety business by leveraging agency relationships and strong analytical skills. You will independently underwrite complex submissions, review accounts, and visit contractors to assess risk and growth potential.

Ideal candidates reside in NC or SC; travel up to 20%. The role combines remote work with strategic leadership and collaboration with upper management to guide underwriting decisions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional work experience in surety underwriting or related field.
• Ability to underwrite complex submissions and evaluate risk within guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex submissions independently and within authority.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with agents/brokers.
• Meet production and profitability goals for contract surety.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk analysis

Agency relationship management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Business / Economics / Finance

Tools

AFSB designation

Job description

UFG Insurance is seeking an Executive Surety Underwriter to build a profitable mix of new and existing surety business by leveraging agency relationships and strong analytical skills. You will independently underwrite complex submissions, review accounts, and visit contractors to assess risk and growth potential.

Ideal candidates reside in NC or SC; travel up to 20%. The role combines remote work with strategic leadership and collaboration with upper management to guide underwriting decisions.