Commercial Surety Assistant Vice President – Underwriter role at Sompo International, involves underwriting and managing surety bonds for clients across various regions.
Responsibilities
Review submissions and financial requirements to determine acceptability of risk in accordance with guidelines and standards
Analyze the financial stability, creditworthiness, and experience (capacity) of applicants (principals) to determine the likelihood of fulfilling their obligations under a bond
Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant financial information for new and existing accounts to assess credit quality
Understand pricing components and rating methodology as well as use of the predictive modeling tools to price risk based on financial and competitive analysis
Use all appropriate underwriting tools, disciplines, and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed
Prepare or analyze information on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status, and declinations to drive results within the assigned territory
Adhere to CAT guidelines and underwriting discipline to minimize exposure and appropriately price
Manage assigned portfolio to achieve gross written premium, profitability, rate, retention, product mix, new business, and portfolio management goals
Prioritize time and resources to effectively manage and optimize producer performance
Develop producer relationships to build pipeline, agency intelligence, and drive performance to meet and exceed results
Develop and implement distributor specific plans, monitor performance, and adjust plan to ensure a substantial pipeline for future profitable growth
Drive effective relationship management and client activities to build trust, facilitate negotiation and secure commitment to the customer
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred
AFSB preferred
Minimum 7+ years of Surety underwriting experience
Advanced knowledge of Surety underwriting, techniques, national/local filing regulations and guidelines
Strong financial acumen and credit analysis skills
Expert knowledge of underwriting processes, coverages, and tools to gather and evaluate information to reach appropriate decisions on renewals and new business
Demonstrated ability to build and grow a profitable book of business and pipeline for future business
Ability to uncover customer needs, position specific solutions, handle objections and close deals.
Benefits
Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
Vision benefits
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
Employee Assistance Program
Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits
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