Vice President of Contract Surety Underwriting

About the Company: Globally recognized insurance company IndustryInsuranceTypePrivately Held Employees501-1000 Specialtiescommercial autoreinsurancecommercial inland marinehome owners insurancemoving & storageindependent contractor programcorporate relocation insurancerecord storageself storagecommercial propertyinland marineexcess/umbrellaexcess casualty mid-marketmanagement liabilityand surety

About the Role: The Company is seeking a Vice President of Contract Surety Underwriting to help lead underwriting across contract and specialty surety lines and manage assigned regional profit centers. Responsibilities include underwriting complex risks, guiding regional teams in executing underwriting strategy and managing portfolio performance, developing guidelines and budgets, and setting regional goals. The role also contributes to strategic planning, policy development, training, and the implementation of underwriting systems. The Vice President will build strong relationships with regional offices and agents, support marketing efforts, and maintain expertise in surety and related industries. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and more than 12 years of relevant surety experience, or an equivalent 16 years of experience. Extensive contract surety expertise, specialty surety capability, field experience, and at least six years of supervisory experience are required. Strong communication, coaching, strategic planning, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with sound judgment, ethical standards, and the ability to lead change and foster collaboration. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Hiring Manager TitleChief Underwriting Officer for Contract Surety FunctionsOperations