VP, Contract & Specialty Surety Underwriting

IAT Insurance Group; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

PTO and holidays

401(k) match and profit sharing

Training and development opportunities

Healthcare and wellness programs

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Educational assistance program

Mentorship program

Dress for your day policy

Job summary

IAT Insurance Group is seeking a Vice President of Contract Surety Underwriting to lead and manage our Contract and Specialty Surety lines. The role collaborates with the Chief Underwriting Officer and oversees Regional Profit Centers, balancing strategic planning with day-to-day underwriting excellence.

The position operates on a hybrid schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote days. A seasoned leader with extensive surety experience will drive underwriting quality and business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required; 12+ years of relevant surety experience or 16 years equivalent.
• Extensive Contract Surety and Specialty Surety experience required.
• 6+ years of supervisory experience with coaching and mentoring.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Field experience and ability to respond promptly to inquiries.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Field Regional VPs to manage Regional Managers and profit center staff.
• Demonstrate underwriting mastery of complex Contract and Specialty Surety risks.
• Guide regional offices in pursuing underwriting strategy, risk appetite, and profitability targets.
• Contribute to underwriting guideline development and policy-making committees.
• Plan and manage short- and long-range regional goals and objectives.
• Oversee Home Office underwriting staff and support regional managers’ initiatives.
• Assist in annual budgeting for Home Office Contract and Specialty divisions.
• Develop strategic plans to identify key business opportunities aligned with company goals.
• Provide training and direction to Regional Managers and Profit Center staff.
• Support automation efforts in underwriting systems and processes.

Skills

Contract Surety

Supervisory leadership

Underwriting expertise

Communication skills

Industry knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Equivalent of 16 years experience

Job description

IAT Insurance Group is seeking a Vice President of Contract Surety Underwriting to lead and manage our Contract and Specialty Surety lines. The role collaborates with the Chief Underwriting Officer and oversees Regional Profit Centers, balancing strategic planning with day-to-day underwriting excellence.

The position operates on a hybrid schedule, combining in-office collaboration with remote days. A seasoned leader with extensive surety experience will drive underwriting quality and business