AVP, Contract Surety Manager - Central Region

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Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Developing and executing a strategic business plan in order to expand our business in the United States, mainly in the East Region.
• Developing and underwriting a profitable portfolio of Surety business through active engagement in the Surety marketplace with existing and new broker relationships.
• Documenting of all decisions and recommendations in a consistent and transparent manner.
• Establishing and maintaining key relationships while building out a regional underwriting team.
• Conducting account and portfolio underwriting activities in a manner consistent with underwriting guidelines and portfolio management requirements established by the company.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the Americas and internationally to fully leverage surety capabilities and existing customer base.
• Coordinating with Surety teams globally to ensure alignment on risk and underwriting issues.
• Actively participating in industry groups, and local surety events.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• College degree with emphasis in business, economics, or finance.
• 7 years+ experience in industry experience.
• Entrepreneurial skill set to establish and achieve goals and objectives.
• Established track record developing business with brokers.
• Proven ability to underwrite and grow a Surety portfolio.
• Experience in the development and management of marketing plans, business plans and budgets.
• Knowledge of Surety distribution channels and experience in managing relationships with regional brokers.
• Recognized expertise in the underwriting of surety accounts and risks.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, service driven environment