Want Contract Surety - Senior Underwriting Specialist (Texas/Remote) in Texas

Job title: Contract Surety - Senior Underwriting Specialist (Texas/Remote)

Company: Hanover Insurance Group

Job description: For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we through our values, initiatives and journey.



Our Surety department is seeking a Contract Surety - Senior Underwriting Specialist to join our growing team in our Houston, TX office.



At the Hanover we understand that life and the workplace have changed so we are reimagining the workplace and provide flexible work arrangements. This position may be hybrid or fully remote and ideally based in Houston area.



The Hanover is a diverse and inclusive organization focused on hiring the best talent and we encourage all qualified professionals to apply. We believe that an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace make us a better organization and creates a stronger community. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply!



POSITION OVERVIEW:



The Hanover offers an inclusive and collaborative environment where you'll gain new experiences and grow your career. We offer comprehensive benefits to help you stay healthy, build financial security, and balance your work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.



The Senior Surety Underwriting Specialist will operate with limited supervision in both underwriting and marketing capacities. Work within one's general expertise and authority levels to manage an existing portfolio of accounts and partner with key agencies to develop new business opportunities. Manage assigned book of business, generally with moderate to high technical complexity and scope. Contribute to region and business unit goals. Candidates with greater experience and capabilities will be considered for a Senior Underwriting level/position.



This is a full-time/exempt role.



IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Responsible for efficiently identifying, soliciting, and underwriting new and renewal Contract Surety accounts that drive profitable growth and managing relationships with key partners in the agency plant.


• Proficiently manage agency, broker and account meetings and general workflow.


• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Hanover's Surety strategies and appetite and will use internal and external data to make appropriate individual and portfolio risk decisions.


• Efficiently coordinate with internal and external resources on moderately complex risks.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.


• AFSB Designation Preferred.


• Generally, 5-10 years Contract Surety underwriting experience.


• 5+ years' experience driving agency relationships resulting in profitable new and renewal business as well as complex accounts.


• Command of fundamental underwriting concepts, practices, and procedures.


• Very strong communication skills including the ability to communicate difficult or technical decisions or comments with confidence and precision.


• Demonstrates ability to adapt quickly to change, identify, analyze, and solve problems and willingness to being open to new and different ways of thinking.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:



It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you - at every level - to grow and develop.



BENEFITS:



We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.



Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance


• 401K with a company match


• Tuition reimbursement


• PTO


• Company paid holidays


• Flexible work arrangements


• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE


• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)


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EEO statement:



The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.



Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.?



As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.



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Other details

• Job Family Underwriter


• Job Function Underwriting


• Pay Type Salary


• Travel Required Yes


• Required Education Equivalent Experience

• Houston, TX, USA


• Texas, USA


• Virtual

Expected salary:

Location: Texas

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