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Underwriter, Surety

Chicago, IL, US💼 Full-time💰 $74,320–$74,320🗓 2026-06-16 → 2026-10-04

Core

Underwrite contract bonds and manage risk for construction activities while developing agency relationships in a designated territory.

Role type

Senior IC surety underwriter

Builds

Contract bonds for construction projects

Domain

Insurance / Surety / Construction (via careerplan.io/jobs/24408011-underwriter-surety-at-markel-corporation)

Required skills

contract surety underwriting, risk assessment, bond forms and riders review, indemnity agreements, agency development, book of business management, documentation standards

Preferred skills

knowledge of industry norms and competition underwriting attitudes, strategic marketing

Technologies

account management systems

Responsibilities

Underwrite contract bonds adhering to underwriting philosophy, conduct marketing to build a profitable book, manage book of business quality, direct agency development and management, ensure accurate underwriting documentation, review bond forms and riders

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC