Senior Surety Underwriter | Growth & Relationship Focus

W. R. Berkley Corporation; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Berkley Surety, a highly professional surety underwriting management company, seeks a results-driven underwriter to manage a portfolio of bonds and grow our business through trusted agent relationships. You will underwrite and renew bonds, analyze financial and contractual documents, and collaborate with teams to mentor junior underwriters while delivering exceptional service to clients.

Occasional travel to meet agents is expected; a solid background in surety and strong communication are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting or equivalent industry experience.
• 4–7 years of surety underwriting or related experience.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial and legal documents.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
• A self-starter mindset with a customer-first attitude and a knack for problem-solving.
• Proficiency in tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and underwriting systems.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and manage a portfolio of performance and non-performance bonds with precision and insight.
• Drive growth by acquiring new business and retaining existing accounts—meeting and exceeding financial targets.
• Build strong relationships with agents, brokers, and clients through regular travel, strategic meetings, and trusted advisement.
• Evaluate risk by analyzing financial statements, bond forms, and contract documents.
• Collaborate with internal teams and contribute to the development of junior underwriters.
• Champion our brand by delivering exceptional service and representing our mission with professionalism and empathy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-starter mindset

Problem solving

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Underwriting systems

Job description

Berkley Surety, a highly professional surety underwriting management company, seeks a results-driven underwriter to manage a portfolio of bonds and grow our business through trusted agent relationships. You will underwrite and renew bonds, analyze financial and contractual documents, and collaborate with teams to mentor junior underwriters while delivering exceptional service to clients.

Occasional travel to meet agents is expected; a solid background in surety and strong communication are