Executive Underwriter, National Accounts

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National Accounts Surety Manager managing Allianz Trade's Surety portfolio in North America. Responsible for underwriting and establishing broker relationships to expand the business.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $155,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in underwriting and growing a Surety portfolio, with a strong focus on contract surety and the U.S. surety market. Proven ability to develop strategic business plans and maintain key broker relationships while effectively collaborating in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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Surety UnderwritingContract Surety ExpertiseBroker Relationship ManagementStrategic Business PlanningPortfolio Management

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingPortfolio GrowthMarket AnalysisBusiness Plan DevelopmentBudget Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Artificial Intelligence Awareness

Industry Keywords

Surety PortfolioU.S. Surety MarketSurety Distribution ChannelsNational BrokersMultinational Contractors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directly responsible and accountable for the marketing and underwriting of the Surety portfolio for the Allianz Trade North America Surety Team.
Developing and executing a strategic business plan in order to expand AZ Trade’s America’s Surety business in the 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 nationally-focused book
Conducting account and portfolio underwriting activities in a manner consistent with underwriting guidelines and portfolio management requirements established by AZ Trade.
Collaborating with Allianz colleagues across the Americas and internationally in order to fully leverage Allianz surety capabilities and existing customer base.
Coordinating with Allianz Surety teams globally to ensure alignment on risk and underwriting issues.
Actively participating in industry groups, and local surety events.

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree with emphasis in business, economics, or finance
7+ years industry experience, predominately as an underwriter.
Proven ability to underwrite and grow a Surety portfolio.
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in contract surety and strong knowledge of the U.S. surety market.
Entrepreneurial skill set to establish and achieve goals and objectives.
Established track record developing strong relationships and business with brokers.
Proven ability to underwrite and grow a Surety portfolio focused on Large U.S And Multinational Contractors
Experience in the development and management of marketing plans, business plans and budgets.
Knowledge of Surety distribution channels and experience in managing relationships with national and regional brokers.
Recognized expertise in the underwriting of contract surety accounts and risks.
Ability to work in fast paced, service driven environment
Strong attention to detail
Sound management and interpersonal skills in order to effectively work in a multidisciplinary team environment
Strong communication skills in order to establish a market presence
Ability to work independently with limited oversight.
Ability to travel as needed
Looking for candidates that possess a basic awareness of Artificial Intelligence technologies and are enthusiastic about learning and integrating AI into everyday business processes.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Annual bonus eligibility and/or commission structure opportunities
401(k) discretionary match of up to 6%
Flexible work schedules
Health and wellness benefits
Paid time off for vacation, illness, Birthday Day Off and Volunteer Day Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits