Surety Underwriter Trainee

UFG Insurance

Surety Underwriter Trainee learning to analyze financial statements and contractor applications with on-the-job training in a comprehensive underwriting program.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $60,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills in evaluating financial status and credit standing for surety underwriting, while providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients. Familiarity with UFG underwriting policies and procedures is essential for effective risk assessment.

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Surety UnderwritingFinancial AnalysisCustomer ServiceAFSB DesignationRisk Assessment

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Hard Skills

UnderwritingAnalytical SkillsFinancial EvaluationRisk AnalysisBusiness Analysis

Soft Skills

Customer InteractionMentoringCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

AFSB Designation

Industry Keywords

Surety BusinessUnderwriting PoliciesCredit StandingFinancial StatusBusiness AdministrationEconomicsFinanceAccounting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Successfully complete a comprehensive surety underwriting training program consisting of mentoring, self-study, and on-line learning.
Gain an understanding and develop analytical skills on how to investigate, analyze, and underwrite surety business profitably.
Underwrite new submissions and existing accounts with assistance from mentors.
Evaluate and assess financial status, credit standing, and organization profile to analyze and determine acceptability of the risk within the framework of UFG underwriting policies and procedures.
Assist surety underwriters in processing their books of business.
Provide high-quality customer service in all interactions with internal and external customers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, or combination of education or surety experience.
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, finance or accounting preferred.
Certified, or working towards, AFSB designation, preferred.
1+ years of professional work experience preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive compensation
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Accident, critical Illness & short-term disability insurance
Retirement plans with employer contributions
Generous time-off program
Programs designed to support the employee well-being and financial security.