Surety Home Office Underwriter (Midwest/West Coast)

The Virginia Society of CPAs; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 128,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking an underwriter for commercial surety bonds with responsibilities including managing contracts and portfolios while providing support for product development. The role is primarily home-based with up to 10% travel required, offering a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and pension plans

Annual incentives and paid holidays

PTO and student loan repayment

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-driven solutions and service.
• Progressive experience in surety underwriting and risk selection.
• Experience in credit analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage profitability of contract and commercial surety bonds.
• Underwrite individual accounts and oversee high-quality portfolios.
• Provide technical support to field organizations.

Skills

Customer-driven solutions

Surety underwriting

Credit analysis

Communication

Relationship building

Negotiation

Job description

Underwrites individual accounts and manages high-quality surety portfolios. Reports to AVP Bonds.

Position Compensation Range

For certain geographic locations: $141,000 to $239,000 yearly.

Additional Compensation Details

Position Compensation Range: $128,000 - $216,000

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Compensation may vary based on job level and geographic location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Primary Accountabilities

• Manage profitability of contract and commercial surety bonds.
• Underwrite individual accounts and oversee high-quality portfolios.
• Provide technical support to field organizations.
• Contribute to bond product and system development.
• Participate in audits to maintain underwriting discipline.
• Support the organization’s growth and maintain loss ratios.

Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• Experience in customer-driven solutions and service.
• Progressive experience in surety underwriting and risk selection.
• Experience in credit analysis.
• Knowledge of processing methods, workflow, insurance underwriting, and regulations.
• Understanding of lines of business and legal guidelines.
• Skills in relationship building, active listening, needs analysis, and negotiation.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Licenses

Not applicable.

Travel Requirements

Up to 10%.

Physical Requirements

Sitting/standing as required.

Working Conditions

Not applicable.

Additional Information

• Background checks are required for employment offers.
• Signing a non-disclosure agreement is mandatory.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Relocation assistance may be provided.

This is a primarily home-based role, with 80% of work from home. Occasional travel to office for meetings or events may be required.

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We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, even if you do not meet every listed requirement. Passion and experience are valued.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellbeing programs, 401(k), pension, annual incentives, paid holidays, PTO, student loan repayment, and paid family leave. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination and diversity. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered in accordance with laws.