Strategic Contract Surety Underwriter

Jonus Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Jonus Group is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Surety Underwriter to join our team. This in-office role focuses on financial analysis, risk assessment, and relationship management to support underwriting operations and business growth.

You will analyze financial statements, assess creditworthiness, develop client relationships, and make timely underwriting decisions while traveling within the assigned territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant underwriting or related experience.
• Strong analytical and financial evaluation skills, including the ability to interpret financial statements and assess risk.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel within an assigned territory as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze underwriting documentation, including financial statements, job schedules, and bank agreements.
• Evaluate financial stability, creditworthiness, and overall risk exposure to make informed underwriting decisions.
• Assess risk quality in accordance with established underwriting guidelines and best practices.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate underwriting decisions and recommendations clearly and effectively.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to clients and business partners.
• Make timely, well-informed underwriting decisions that align with business objectives.
• Maintain high standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory developments, and market conditions.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative to support underwriting objectives and business growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial evaluation

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Relationship building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Jonus Group is seeking a detail-oriented Contract Surety Underwriter to join our team. This in-office role focuses on financial analysis, risk assessment, and relationship management to support underwriting operations and business growth.

You will analyze financial statements, assess creditworthiness, develop client relationships, and make timely underwriting decisions while traveling within the assigned territory.