Contract Surety Underwriter
Contract Surety Underwriter
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Job Description
IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for Contract Surety Underwriter from our Norristown Pennsylvania location. This role will act to serve as a point member of our underwriting team handling routine underwriting responsibilities including but not limited to the below in a fashion consistent with the company policy and procedures. This involves interfacing with regional office Underwriters various home office personnel agents and principals.
This role works a hybrid schedule from an IAT Office in Norristown Pennsylvania. The hybrid schedule reflects our values (thinking and acting like an owner collaboration and teamwork) as it requires working from the office with colleagues and other disciplines Monday through Wednesday with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely.
- Financial and account analysis of pertinent financial data authority and referral requirements for consideration of new existing and renewal business
- Requesting and gathering financial information on assigned accounts
- Bond renewal preparation and determination on whether bonds should be cancelled
- Maintain Agency relationships and provide exceptional service and support. May have authority to underwrite low value bonds and renewals
- Provide general direction to the Bond Underwriting Assistants for bond processing.
- Provide quality recommendations to Branch and Home Office Reports on assigned accounts and agents
- Rate and review bonds for premium and classification accuracy
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of files and verify that all necessary documentation is complete in file
- Act as the primary service contact and visit agents assigned by the Regional Manager in order to foster and maintain an ongoing relationship
- Accurately communicate knowledge of assigned accounts to Branch and Home Office personnel via written and verbal means
- Prioritize workflow to ensure work is done in a timely fashion and all deadlines are met
- Perform other duties as needed
- Bachelors degree in Risk Management Finance Mathematics Business or related with at least 2 years-experience in Contract Surety or equivalent.
- Equivalent is defined as 6 years of relevant Contract Surety underwriting experience.
- Must have thorough knowledge of Insurance Industry along with an analytical skillset.
- Must possess the ability to appropriately apply loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts to achieve optimal pricing of a risk.
- Must possess the ability to creatively utilize coverage features deductibles or reinsurance on individual risks to achieve company objectives.
- Requires strong math aptitude excellent verbal and written communication interpersonal and negotiating skills.
- Must be customer service oriented and have the utmost integrity.
- Must possess knowledge of various computer programs internet based programs and PC literate in the use of spreadsheets.
- To qualify applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship now or in the future for employment purposes.
- AFSB industry designation.
- INS21 22 and 23 or equivalent.
At IAT were committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward driving innovation stable partnerships and growth. Thats why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.
- 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) 12 Company Holidays 38 Paid Days Off
- 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
- Hybrid work environment
- Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
- Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
- College Loan Assistance Support Plan
- Educational Assistance Program
- Mentorship Program
- Dress for Your Day Policy
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.
Employment Type
Full-Time
