Senior Surety Underwriter — Growth & Relationships

Liberty Mutual Surety; Hampton (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Mutual Surety is seeking a Senior Surety Underwriter to join our Small to Mid Commercial team in Maryland. You will develop and underwrite profitable surety business and service independent agents, brokers, and small to mid commercial accounts within an assigned territory.

Using your relationship skills, you will build and maintain positive partnerships with our agents, brokers, and accounts as a trusted advisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent; 2.5+ years surety underwriting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting principles; ability to assess credit history.
• Proven analytical ability to evaluate surety underwriting risks.
• AFSB certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to convey complex analyses clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Salary and level based on experience and location.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and negotiate accounts to maximize profitability while minimizing risk; assess customer financials and management capacity.
• Manage profitability and retention of an assigned book; develop the portfolio and assist in marketing plans.
• Perform analytical evaluations of financial statements and monitor risk through quarterly data.
• Stay informed on product lines and identify opportunities with agents and brokers.
• Investigate, analyze, and manage underwriting/workflow issues within policy framework.
• Coordinate with Home Office Underwriters and Field Management on changes and exposures.
• Evaluate business continuity arrangements and funding mechanisms to prevent financial loss.
• Mentor junior staff where appropriate.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Underwriting

Financial analysis

Relationship management

Communication skills

Credit analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

AFSB certification

Job description

Liberty Mutual Surety is seeking a Senior Surety Underwriter to join our Small to Mid Commercial team in Maryland. You will develop and underwrite profitable surety business and service independent agents, brokers, and small to mid commercial accounts within an assigned territory.

Using your relationship skills, you will build and maintain positive partnerships with our agents, brokers, and accounts as a trusted advisor.