Surety - Underwriter - Commercial and Small Contract

6 days ago

Fairfield, OH, United States The Cincinnati Insurance Companies Full time
Make a difference with a career in insurance

At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we're looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®.

If you're ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.

Build your future with us

Our Surety department is currently seeking an underwriter in our commercial and small contract division. Surety bonding involves assessing the ability of one party to fulfill an obligation to another party according to the terms of a contract or statute.

Many departments at our headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio, offer hybrid work options, empowering associates to work from home several days a week. Depending on your role and responsibilities, hybrid options may be available for those working at headquarters.

Salary: The starting pay for this position is $65,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant's education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.

Be ready to:
  • underwrite and process renewal bonds
  • review new and renewal submissions from our agents
  • determine acceptable risks and adequate pricing within authority levels
  • support underwriting decisions on all other accounts through file preparation and documentation by gathering information and analyzing and evaluating risk exposure
  • manage agency requests and communicate directly with the agency to gather needed information
  • research and gather needed information to be able to understand bond form questions and refer to underwriter and team leader when necessary
  • act as a resource for team production assistants and assist with processing work as needed
  • handle special projects and assignments as directed
Be equipped with:
  • the ability to interpret and analyze financial statements
  • strong verbal and written communication skills to explain, persuade and present information
  • the ability to multitask and prioritize work
  • excellent attention to detail
  • the ability to work independently and proactively in an orderly and timely manner
  • highly developed analytical and problem solving skills
  • the ability to help make sound decisions based on information presented
  • the capacity to develop positive working relationships with team members and agents by working to find possible solutions and options that are beneficial to all
  • proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel and Outlook is preferred
Bring education or experience from:
  • a bachelor's degree from the business college with an emphasis in finance, accounting, or economics


Enhance your talents

Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you're new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional - all while enjoying a meaningful career.

Enjoy benefits and amenities

Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities.

Embrace a diverse team

As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law. All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review this information to learn more about those rights.

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