Territory Underwriting Specialist – Contract Surety | Remote
Posted 2025-08-15
Remote, USA
Full Time
Immediate Start
Our client, a highly rated national insurance carrier, is expanding its Large Contract Surety division and seeking a Territory Underwriting Specialist to lead underwriting and agency development across the California market.
This is a high-impact, fully remote opportunity for an experienced surety professional to take ownership of a strategic territory, build and manage key agency relationships, and underwrite complex surety programs for mid- to large-sized contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive growth and profitability of the regional contract surety book by developing and strengthening agency partnerships
• Underwrite and manage surety programs for a wide range of contractor types, including those with complex bonding needs
• Partner with agents and brokers to uncover new business opportunities and support renewal and retention strategies
• Collaborate with leadership on territory planning, market expansion, and cross-sell initiatives involving commercial and small contract surety
• Contribute to company strategy through market insights and relationship-building within the construction and surety space
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of contract surety underwriting experience, preferably with larger contractors or more complex bond structures
• Strong familiarity with the California construction market and local surety dynamics required
• Established relationships with brokers and contractors in the region highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and Industry designations such as AFSB, CPCU, or related certifications preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
• $175,000 – $250,000+ annual base salary (depending on experience) + Lucrative bonus structure
• Perks: Company car, flexible schedule, and remote work flexibility
• Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package Apply tot his job
This is a high-impact, fully remote opportunity for an experienced surety professional to take ownership of a strategic territory, build and manage key agency relationships, and underwrite complex surety programs for mid- to large-sized contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive growth and profitability of the regional contract surety book by developing and strengthening agency partnerships
• Underwrite and manage surety programs for a wide range of contractor types, including those with complex bonding needs
• Partner with agents and brokers to uncover new business opportunities and support renewal and retention strategies
• Collaborate with leadership on territory planning, market expansion, and cross-sell initiatives involving commercial and small contract surety
• Contribute to company strategy through market insights and relationship-building within the construction and surety space
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of contract surety underwriting experience, preferably with larger contractors or more complex bond structures
• Strong familiarity with the California construction market and local surety dynamics required
• Established relationships with brokers and contractors in the region highly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and Industry designations such as AFSB, CPCU, or related certifications preferred
Compensation & Benefits:
• $175,000 – $250,000+ annual base salary (depending on experience) + Lucrative bonus structure
• Perks: Company car, flexible schedule, and remote work flexibility
• Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plans
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package Apply tot his job