Commercial Surety Underwriter

Henderson Scott Us

The Role

Overview

Underwrite commercial surety submissions, manage risk, and build agent relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk analysis
  • pricing
  • underwriting review
  • renewal management
  • industry research
  • broker relations

Tasks

* Negotiate terms and conditions that support underwriting profitability and growth objectives. * Analyze risk, financial statements, and credit information to determine appropriate pricing and coverage. * Review and underwrite new submissions, renewals, and endorsements in accordance with company guidelines. * Track pipeline activity and manage renewal retention within assigned territory or line of business. * Stay current on industry trends, competitor products, and regulatory changes affecting underwriting practices. * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in policy issuance and documentation. * Build and maintain productive relationships with agents and brokers, providing responsive and solutions-oriented service.

Requirements

  • bachelor's degree
  • commercial underwriting
  • risk assessment
  • financial analysis
  • 5-10 years
  • remote

What You Bring

MUST HALVES: EXPERIENCE WITH SMALL TO MID SIZE ACCOUNTS AND WORKING WITH A BOOK OF AGENTS. This role is FULLY REMOTE. * Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a dynamic, production-driven environment and enjoys working closely with agents to build a profitable book of business. * Proven ability to manage a high volume of daily submissions while maintaining attention to detail. My client is seeking an experienced Commercial Underwriter to join a fast-growing commercial surety and specialty insurance carrier. This individual will play a key role in the day-to-day underwriting process, managing new business submissions, evaluating risk, and maintaining strong agency relationships. * Strong understanding of financial analysis and risk assessment. * Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. * 5-10 years of underwriting experience, preferably in commercial surety or specialty lines. * Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a focus on building long-term relationships.

The Company

About Henderson Scott Us

-Structured around four core verticals—Accounting & Finance, Legal, Real Estate & Construction, and Technology & Data—it has carved out niche market authority. -Backed by the global Search Recruitment Group. -Regularly partners with high-profile law firms, real estate & construction firms, major corporates and tech/data teams — delivering mid‑ to executive‑level hires. -Engages in unusually personalized recruitment: leaders with decades of experience oversee deep-market and client immersion. -Operates from a flagship New York HQ, with growth across US and UK operations.

Sector Specialisms

Accounting & Finance

Legal

Real Estate & Construction

Technology & Data