Commercial Surety Underwriter-Southeast (open to Sr. Underwriter, Manager, or Director level candidates)
We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we works, interact, deliver and succeed together. Creating a different and better insurance experience doesn’t just happen. It takes focus and a shared passion for going beyond the expected to forge relationships and deliver care that makes a difference. This approach rises from and is supported by our talented, ethical and smart team of employee owners united around a single purpose: to work alongside our customers and partners when they need us, in unexpected ways, with exceptional results.
About the role
RLI's Commercial Surety team is looking for an Underwriter to support our Southeast territory. We are open to a Sr. Underwriter, Manager, or Director-level candidate, and the posted salary range may be flexible based on experience. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge in Commercial Surety, broad market relationships across the Southeast, and proven experience driving profitable growth.
Responsibilities
- Direct all aspects of the underwriting process for a group within a product line.
- Underwrite and monitor commercial accounts and account lines.
- Develop and execute a marketing plan by targeting new brokers, arranging meetings, and attending industry functions.
- Perform and monitor the risk analysis.
- Analyze, evaluate, accept, decline, rate, quote, and bind new or renewal submissions.
- Lead special projects and other duties as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in insurance, finance, risk management, business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar field or position.
- Experience developing agency relationships and managing a profitable book of business.
Skills
- Ability to use analytical methods in underwriting processes to find workable solutions.
- Strong market presence and ability to generate new business opportunities through trusted broker relationships.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company externally and advocate internally.
- Analytical skills to assess complex risks and inform pricing, coverage terms, and portfolio-level decisions.
- Comfortable with data tools and technology platforms to monitor performance and support reporting needs.
Pay
Base Pay Range: $130,362.00 - $186,248.00
Benefits
Financial Incentives
- Annual bonus plans
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
- Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Work & Life
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
- Parental and family care leave
- Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
- Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
- Employee assistance program
Health & Wellness
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Personal & Professional Growth
- Training & certification opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement
- Education bonuses
Diversity & Inclusion
Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.