Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. · 2 months ago
AVP Commercial Surety
GA Atlanta
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expCore Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Commercial Surety to drive profitable growth through strategic agency relationships and team leadership. The AVP will build a team of underwriters, manage a book of business, and ensure adherence to underwriting standards while positioning the organization as a preferred surety partner.
InsuranceMarine Transportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop, supervise and guide a team of underwriters and support staff
Demonstrate strong surety bond product knowledge and ability to work with surety account management systems to document for complex commercial surety accounts
Responsible for developing and managing a book of business, meeting/exceeding profitability objectives as set forth by leadership. This includes building and growing strategic relationships as well as identifying new opportunities for business within the region
Entrepreneurial skills with the ability to develop and execute a strategic business plan in order to expand the surety portfolio and maintain P/L responsibility for the region
Ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and company policies
Build and maintain strong relationships with key business partners to support business growth and retention
Collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal stakeholders to address underwriting inquiries and resolve issues
Implement underwriting best practices and process improvements to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency
Conduct quality assurance reviews to maintain underwriting accuracy and consistency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is required
Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in underwriting roles within the surety industry
At least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial position
Strong surety bond product knowledge and ability to work with surety account management systems to document for complex commercial surety accounts
Entrepreneurial skills with the ability to develop and execute a strategic business plan in order to expand the surety portfolio and maintain P/L responsibility for the region
Ensure adherence to underwriting guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and company policies
Build and maintain strong relationships with key business partners to support business growth and retention
Collaborate with agents, brokers, and internal stakeholders to address underwriting inquiries and resolve issues
Implement underwriting best practices and process improvements to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency
Conduct quality assurance reviews to maintain underwriting accuracy and consistency
Strong technical underwriting expertise, including knowledge of surety principles, financial risk assessment, and bond forms
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex risks and provide solutions
Leadership and team management abilities, with a focus on coaching, development, and performance management
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships and managing stakeholder expectations
Proficiency in underwriting software systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe
Quantitative analysis skills
Ability to present and negotiate complex agreements with brokers
Effective time management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and perform quality work within deadlines
Willingness to travel up to 40%
Preferred
Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g. AFSB, CPCU, etc.) is preferred
At least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial position is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurances
Short and long-term disability
A Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan
An Employee Assistance Plan
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Health Reimbursement Account
A wellness program
Company
Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.
Core Specialty, through its subsidiary insurers, offers a diversified range of property, casualty, and marine insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joseph Consolino
Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer
Evan Cabat
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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