AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
Regional AVP, Surety Underwriting
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. - Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
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Regional AVP, Surety Underwriting
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AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic AVP of Surety Underwriting to lead our group in the Pacific Northwest (preferably Washington or Oregon). In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of underwriters focused on contract surety business, manage underwriting operations, mentor staff, drive regional growth, and ensure profitable performance aligned with corporate goals. The candidate should have a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values, and uphold the organization’s standards.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of contract surety underwriters, fostering high performance.
Manage regional underwriting results, including growth, profitability, and loss ratio targets.
Establish and maintain strong agency and broker relationships to drive new business and retain key accounts.
Collaborate with senior leadership on regional strategy, market expansion, and competitive positioning.
Monitor industry trends and economic factors to proactively manage risk and identify growth opportunities.
Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards, regulatory requirements, and audit controls.
Participate in recruiting, training, and performance evaluation of underwriting staff.
Qualifications
7-10 years of experience in surety underwriting, with at least 3 years in leadership or team management.
Deep knowledge of contract surety underwriting principles, financial statement analysis, and risk evaluation.
Strong existing broker and agency relationships within the market preferred.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Willingness to travel within the region as needed.
What We Offer AmTrust offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement. Benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance (including spouses & children), Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, appreciating and respecting employees' thoughts and ideas regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion, or disabilities. We believe diversity is a business imperative that helps us attract, retain, and develop the best talent.
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Regional AVP, Surety Underwriting
role at
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
We are seeking an experienced and strategic AVP of Surety Underwriting to lead our group in the Pacific Northwest (preferably Washington or Oregon). In this leadership role, you will oversee a team of underwriters focused on contract surety business, manage underwriting operations, mentor staff, drive regional growth, and ensure profitable performance aligned with corporate goals. The candidate should have a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values, and uphold the organization’s standards.
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of contract surety underwriters, fostering high performance.
Manage regional underwriting results, including growth, profitability, and loss ratio targets.
Establish and maintain strong agency and broker relationships to drive new business and retain key accounts.
Collaborate with senior leadership on regional strategy, market expansion, and competitive positioning.
Monitor industry trends and economic factors to proactively manage risk and identify growth opportunities.
Ensure compliance with internal underwriting standards, regulatory requirements, and audit controls.
Participate in recruiting, training, and performance evaluation of underwriting staff.
Qualifications
7-10 years of experience in surety underwriting, with at least 3 years in leadership or team management.
Deep knowledge of contract surety underwriting principles, financial statement analysis, and risk evaluation.
Strong existing broker and agency relationships within the market preferred.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Willingness to travel within the region as needed.
What We Offer AmTrust offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement. Benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance (including spouses & children), Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, appreciating and respecting employees' thoughts and ideas regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion, or disabilities. We believe diversity is a business imperative that helps us attract, retain, and develop the best talent.
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