Surety Underwriting Manager

IAT Insurance Group

Surety Underwriting Manager analyzing contract and commercial surety risks for IAT, a U.S. property and casualty insurer.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in underwriting for contract and commercial surety, with strong analytical skills to assess financial data and apply advanced loss analysis concepts. Maintains agency relationships and ensures accurate documentation and compliance within the Surety industry.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Underwriting ExperienceSurety Industry KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsFinancial Data AnalysisAFSB Designation

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingFinancial AnalysisLoss Development ConceptsRisk PricingBond Processing

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship ManagementWorkflow PrioritizationDeadline Management

Certifications & Qualifications

AFSB Designation

Industry Keywords

SuretyContract SuretyCommercial SuretyRisk ManagementFinance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle routine underwriting responsibilities for contract and commercial surety
Analyze financial and account data for new, existing, and renewal business
Request and gather financial information on assigned accounts
Prepare bond renewals and determine whether bonds should be canceled
Maintain agency relationships and provide service and support
Underwrite low-value bonds and renewals as authorized
Direct Bond Underwriting Assistants in bond processing
Provide recommendations to Branch and Home Office reports on assigned accounts and agents
Rate and review bonds for premium and classification accuracy
Ensure files are accurate, complete, and properly documented
Serve as the primary service contact and visit assigned agents
Communicate account knowledge to Branch and Home Office personnel
Prioritize workflow and meet deadlines
Interface with regional underwriters, home office personnel, agents, and principals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Mathematics, Business, or related, with at least 7 years’ experience in surety or equivalent
Equivalent qualification defined as 11 years of relevant finance experience
Thorough knowledge of the Surety industry
Analytical skillset, including a minimum of 5 years working in the Surety industry
Ability to apply loss development and advanced loss analysis concepts to price risks
Ability to utilize coverage features, deductibles, or reinsurance on individual risks
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future
AFSB industry designations preferred
Experience with contract and commercial surety preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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