Contract Surety Underwriting Manager (Remote/Kansas ...

Company Overview:Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We're committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.Job Summary:West Bend is seeking an experienced contract surety underwriter based out of the Kansas City, Missouri area, to take over an established territory comprised of the states of Kansas and Missouri. Reporting to the Madison, Wisconsin office, this individual will be responsible for managing the territory, growing the contract surety book of business, and supporting company goals by identifying those actions needed to assure premium growth and underwriting profit.This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations. Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (Madison, West Bend, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events.External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open.Responsibilities & Qualifications:Oversee selection of bond risks to ensure accounts are in compliance with company and reinsurance underwriting guidelines.Promote and market the West Bend Surety division throughout assigned territoryRepresent the company at agency and industry related functions.Maintain underwriting files with superior understanding of financial statement analysis, both personal and business, and of work in process analysis to assess the acceptability of risk.Develop new business opportunities by capitalizing on a successful track record in the marketing and underwriting of contract surety.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with agents and contractor clients, through phone calls, in-person visits, and other strategic marketing opportunities.Preferred Experience and Skills2+ years experience in contract surety underwritingOral and written communication skillsInterpersonal skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsAnalytical and decision-making skillsPreferred Education and TrainingBachelor's Degree in Business, Insurance, or related field, or equivalent experienceINDSP#LI-LW1#LI-RemoteBenefits:West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:Medical & Prescription InsuranceHealth Savings AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsLife and Accidental Death & DisabilityAccident and Critical Illness InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) Plan with Company MatchPet InsurancePaid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidatesBonus eligible based on performanceWest Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.EEO:West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.

Created: 2025-05-05