Senior Surety Underwriter — Grow a Profitable Book

Markel Corporation; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Markel Corporation in Lake Oswego, OR is seeking an experienced Surety Underwriter to independently underwrite contract bonds, assess risk, and build a profitable book in a designated territory.

You will visit agents, collaborate with brokers, and contribute to projects while mentoring others. A bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in underwriting are preferred, with strong communication and decision-making under authority limits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or preferred with 3–5 years in underwriting contract bonds.
• Solid understanding of contract and subdivision bond underwriting.
• Ability to write and convey complex information concisely.
• Underwrites for profitable premium growth.
• Familiarity with the surety rate manual.
• Makes quick, sound decisions under supervision limits and negotiates terms within authority.
• Self-sufficient and able to overcome obstacles.
• Takes ownership and provides guidance to others.
• Experience with larger agents/brokers.

Responsibilities

• Assigned larger and more important agents/brokers.
• Achieve budgeted financial results through service, retention, and responsiveness to new submissions.
• Consider different risk approaches based on class of business.
• Participate on projects impacting the business.
• Identify and capture new business opportunities.
• Create tactical sales plans; track results and take corrective action.
• Regular visits to agents.

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Communication

Self-management

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Markel Corporation in Lake Oswego, OR is seeking an experienced Surety Underwriter to independently underwrite contract bonds, assess risk, and build a profitable book in a designated territory.

You will visit agents, collaborate with brokers, and contribute to projects while mentoring others. A bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years in underwriting are preferred, with strong communication and decision-making under authority limits.