Construction Surety Underwriter / Financial Analyst (Associate Account Executive)

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Underwriting Compensation Overview The annual base salary range for this position is $70,400.00 – $116,200.00. The actual salary will be determined by factors such as scope, complexity, location, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, and other conditions of employment. Employees are also eligible for performance‑based cash incentive awards. What Is the Opportunity? Bond & Specialty Insurance provides management and professional liability insurance, as well as surety bonds to businesses and non‑profit organizations of all sizes. As an underwriter on the Construction Services team, you will evaluate and analyze financial and business risk, build relationships, and sell and negotiate with clients, agents, and brokers. The role also involves consulting with contractors on business operations, financial statements, and market forces to provide surety solutions. What Will You Do? Manage the profitability, growth, and retention of a typically smaller assigned book of business. Underwrite and negotiate routine customer accounts to minimize risk and maximize profitability. Partner with leadership to execute underwriting strategies across the book of business to achieve profit and growth objectives. Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal partners within the business unit and across the enterprise to identify cross‑selling opportunities. Foster and maintain relationships with external partners by regularly meeting in person with agents and brokers to market and sell Travelers products, aiming to write and retain accounts consistent with our risk appetite. Identify and capture new business opportunities using consultative marketing and sales skills. Execute agency, region, and group sales plans with guidance from management. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? One to three years of applicable underwriting experience. Working knowledge of products, the regulatory environment, and local market conditions. Critical thinking skills for underwriting, marketing products, identifying financial challenges, and analyzing information to make decisions aligned with the risk appetite. Strong communication skills with the ability to negotiate with agents and brokers. What is a Must Have? One year of related professional experience. What Is in It for You? Health insurance covering employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment. Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 5% of eligible pay. Access to the Paying it Forward Savings Program for student loan debt relief. Participation in a fully funded Pension Plan. Minimum of 20 days paid time off annually, plus nine paid company holidays. Wellness program with tools, discounts, and resources, including a mental health program offering free professional counseling and health coaching. Volunteer encouragement through a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize the benefits of diversity. In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr