Senior Underwriter, Commercial Surety – Regional Growth

Ascot Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A leading surety and casualty insurance provider is looking for a Senior Underwriter in Chicago. This role supports underwriting and marketing strategy with responsibilities that include disciplined underwriting, production targets, and partner relationship development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 3 years of underwriting experience. Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $145,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience underwriting complex commercial surety accounts.
• Proven track record of establishing distribution partner relationships.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to production and regional underwriting strategy.
• Approve, decline, and price risks within authority limit.
• Develop distribution partner relationships.

Skills

Underwriting

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Business judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

Job description

A leading surety and casualty insurance provider is looking for a Senior Underwriter in Chicago. This role supports underwriting and marketing strategy with responsibilities that include disciplined underwriting, production targets, and partner relationship development. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 3 years of underwriting experience. Compensation ranges from $120,000 to $145,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k).