Senior Contract Surety Underwriter

IAT Insurance Group Inc

Houston, Texas, US
Hybrid
Gathering, analyzing, and evaluating account information
Review initial submissions and gather documentation
Analyze bond risk and applicant qualifications
This role will handle most aspects of daily interaction with assigned agents regarding new and existing accounts this includes gathering, analyzing, and evaluating all information on an account and making a recommendation or decision to the Regional Manager based on that information

Job Summary

  • This role will handle most aspects of daily interaction with assigned agents regarding new and existing accounts this includes gathering, analyzing, and evaluating all information on an account and making a recommendation or decision to the Regional Manager based on that information.
  • Responsibilities include reviewing initial submissions, setting up financial backer files, maintaining financial backer files, advising manager of negative developments, composing narratives, and updating accounts in the Underwriting Database.
  • IAT Insurance Group offers comprehensive benefits including 26 PTO Days + 12 Company Holidays, 7% 401(k) Company Match, a hybrid work environment, and numerous training and development opportunities.

Matching Summary

This role will handle most aspects of daily interaction with assigned agents regarding new and existing accounts this includes gathering, analyzing, and evaluating all information on an account and making a recommendation or decision to the Regional Manager based on that information.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Gathering, analyzing, and evaluating account information
  • Review initial submissions and gather documentation
  • Analyze bond risk and applicant qualifications
  • Evaluate need for additional measures to protect surety
  • Communicate decisions clearly and expeditiously

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service oriented with utmost integrity
  • Work with contractor clients
  • Open and supportive culture
  • Engaging workplace culture

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors’ degree in Risk Management, Finance, Mathematics, Business, or related
  • At least 4 years of experience in bond underwriting or equivalent
  • Strong marketing skills
  • Competency in quantitative and financial analysis
  • Strong math aptitude
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Interpersonal and negotiating skills
  • Knowledge of various computer programs
  • Must be able to provide a valid driver's license
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the US

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