Territory Underwriter - Commercial Surety (Boston, MA)

Job Responsibilities

• Determines the acceptability of surety risks, based on the Merchant’s guidelines and marketing strategy.
• Operates within the authority established by the Senior Vice President – Commercial Underwriting.
• Reviews new submissions and analyzes financial statements, applications, court documents, bond forms, statutes, and indemnity agreements to determine the commercial surety risk and then approves or denies the bond based on the risk analysis up to the authority granted.
• Accurately evaluates for future loss potential.
• Obtains information in order to analyze and properly evaluate the risk.
• Reviews underwriting files at renewal for the purpose of analyzing risk and determining whether to renew or deny the bond(s).
• Documents commercial underwriting files and principal files with notes and supporting documentation to detail the underwriting decision.
• Maintains positive relationships with existing agencies, including regular on-site visits.
• Continues to build premium and business opportunities.
• Solicits feedback regarding our service levels and performance.
• Maintains current account and relationship information.
• Follows up on leads for commercial bonding opportunities for the purpose of generating written premium.
• Develops new business opportunities by prospecting for new agency relationships.
• Effectively utilizes marketing materials in presentations, proposals, and other marketing efforts.
• Reviews bond forms and/or statutes in order to form underwriting opinions.
• Adjusts forms, opinions, rate cards and materials to reflect legislative changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in business, underwriting, insurance, or a related field, plus 3-5 years of experience in bond underwriting or a similar role in the Surety industry.
• Coursework in math, statistics, and financial analysis would be helpful.

About the Role

Our team is growing, and we’re looking for people who thrive in a fast-moving environment built on common sense underwriting and first-class experiences. If you're ready for the next step in your career with a team that says yes to the best, this is your opportunity.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid and remote opportunities with 37.5 hour work week
• Free health insurance option
• Paid volunteer time off with matching gift program
• Infants in the Workplace Program with family resources

About Merchants

For nearly a century, Merchants Bonding Company has focused almost exclusively on surety, delivering common sense underwriting and first-class experiences to agents, accounts, and associates across the country. Merchants stands apart from multi-line carriers by offering deep surety expertise, a flexible approach, and strong financials that instill confidence and foster lasting partnerships. Our people-first culture is built on collaboration, inclusion, and shared success. We’re committed to helping associates grow through real opportunities for advancement, while supporting a sense of belonging.

If you're looking to join a company that values your unique perspective, encourages new ideas, and invests in your development, apply today!

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