Commercial Surety Head Underwriter - Bond Division

About the role

The Bond Division of Great American Insurance Group is seeking a Commercial Surety Head Underwriter. This position requires regular in-office presence and travel. The preferred location is Cincinnati, OH, but candidates from Orange, CA; Schaumburg, IL; Philadelphia, PA; Hartford, CT; Atlanta, GA; and Dallas, TX may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for overseeing Financial Products Underwriting operations, enhancing workflow efficiency, and maintaining high productivity levels.
• Accountable for developing and implementing strategic plans for the Production Underwriting team, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Oversee the assessment of underwritten risk quality and volume and compile comprehensive reports to convey key insights.
• Leverages strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive and sustain profitable growth.
• Oversees and guides the assessment of policy renewals and modifications, recommending strategic improvements and risk mitigation opportunities.
• Responsible for the delivery of exceptional customer service by monitoring management reports on service levels, activities, customer experience, and implementing strategic improvements as necessary.
• Oversees product and service promotions, ensuring they align with market growth objectives and enhance customer engagement.
• Oversees the implementation, application, and updating of underwriting rules, rating manual guidelines, and insurance regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Generally, a minimum of 10-15 years of surety underwriting experience, including a minimum of 5 years of leadership experience.
• Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Skills

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of insurance regulations and underwriting principles.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A 401(k) plan with company match.
• An employee stock purchase plan.
• Commuter benefits.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.