Surety Underwriter

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance
Location: Miami
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $57000.00 - $137000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. Description Liberty Mutual is seeking an experienced Surety Underwriter to underwrite and provide service to multi-national accounts with both contract and commercial bond requirements across Latin America. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in multi-national account surety underwriting, fluency in Spanish, and experience placing bonds in Latin America. Proficiency in financial statement analysis and relationship management with brokers and clients is essential while experience analyzing large-scale construction projects (including P3) would be a plus. This role offers opportunities for cross-border and cross-cultural engagement. Join our talented team to make a significant impact! Responsibilities Underwrites new and existing accounts in conformance with underwriting guidelines. Works independently on standard existing accounts. Focuses heavily on developing underwriting skills, and relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Promotes Surety account submissions from assigned producers or territory via marketing efforts and underwrites new business submissions with assistance, as appropriate. Develops and executes field marketing plans, when assigned. Explains the Liberty Mutual Surety target accounts strategy to producers/customers and quickly identifies accounts that are inside and outside these guidelines. Qualifications Degree in Business or equivalent typically required 1.5 or more years of experience in surety underwriting is preferred specializing in Latin America - Large Commercial Accounts. Typically includes completion of the Surety Underwriter Development Program Ability to successfully develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships Demonstrates strong Surety underwriting fundamentals and core understanding of the Surety Underwriting process and principles of suretyship Demonstrated analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within defined authority Has a working knowledge of the key finance and accounting concepts, business law and ethical guidelines, and of the various Surety products underwritten by Liberty Mutual and/or across the Surety industry Effective communication and interpersonal skills required with ability to successfully develop and maintain productive producer/customer relationships When applicable, successful completion of certifications Must be Spanish-fluent on both written and verbal communications. About Us **This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.** At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. That's why we provide an environment focused on openness, inclusion, trust and respect. Here, you'll discover our expansive range of roles, and a workplace where we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession. Liberty Mutual has proudly been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" by Great Place to Work US for the past several years. We were also selected as one of the "100 Best Places to Work in IT" on IDG's Insider Pro and Computerworld's 2020 list. For many years running, we have been named by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers for New Graduates as well as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity. We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Fair Chance Notices California San Francisco Los Angeles Philadelphia Employment Type: Full Time

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