Contract Surety Manager

Seeking an experienced Contract Surety Manager to lead underwriting activity and drive profitable growth across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role is responsible for evaluating contractor financials, managing risk selection, developing strategic relationships, and coaching a high-performing underwriting team.

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Key Responsibilities

• Analyze underwriting information including financial statements, bank agreements, credit reports, and contractor performance data.
• Oversee all aspects of risk selection, pricing, growth, retention, and profitability for the assigned branch.
• Ensure risk quality and underwriting decisions comply with company guidelines.
• Review the work of other underwriters and provide recommendations on surety credit terms and conditions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, brokers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively and operate with a high degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Provide exceptional customer service and make timely, informed underwriting decisions.
• Use independent judgment to support business goals and drive operational excellence.
• Lead, coach, and develop underwriting staff while holding the team accountable for business objectives.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field—or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of contract surety or related underwriting experience required.
• Progress toward professional designations preferred (e.g., AFSB, CPA, RPLU).
• Strong financial analysis skills, including evaluating contractor financials and creditworthiness.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and relationship‑management capabilities.

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