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Surety Underwriter

Job Locations US-KS-Overland Park
ID
2025-71773
Position Type
Full-Time
Minimum Salary
USD $58,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $138,000.00/Yr.
Typical Starting Salary
$78,000 to $118,000
Flexible Time Off Annual Accrual - days
15

Description

Markets, underwrites, and services moderate risks for an underwriting portfolio associated with a specified geographic area and/or producer/customer assignment.

 

This is a hybrid position. Candidates residing within 50 miles of Overland Park, KS office are required to report onsite twice a week. Please note this policy is subject to change.

 
At Liberty, you'll thrive in a hybrid setting that fosters in-person collaboration, innovation and growth. This approach optimizes both remote and in-person interactions, enabling you to connect and ideate with your team and deepen valuable relationships across the company, while still enjoying the flexibility of remote work for focused tasks and projects.

Responsibilities
  • Underwrites new and existing accounts in conformance with underwriting guidelines.
  • Works independently on standard existing accounts.
  • Focuses heavily on developing underwriting skills, and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Promotes Surety account submissions from assigned producers or territory via marketing efforts and underwrites new business submissions with assistance, as appropriate.
  • Develops and executes field marketing plans, when assigned.
  • Explains the Liberty Mutual Surety target accounts strategy to producers/customers and quickly identifies accounts that are inside and outside these guidelines.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Business or equivalent typically required
  • At least 1 year, typically 1.5 or more years, of surety underwriting experience and/or other related business experience
  • Typically includes completion of the Surety Underwriter Development Program
  • Ability to successfully develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships
  • Demonstrates strong Surety underwriting fundamentals and core understanding of the Surety Underwriting process and principles of suretyship
  • Demonstrated analytical ability to evaluate and judge underwriting risks within defined authority
  • Has a working knowledge of the key finance and accounting concepts, business law and ethical guidelines, and of the various Surety products underwritten by Liberty Mutual and/or across the Surety industry
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills required with ability to successfully develop and maintain productive producer/customer relationships
  • When applicable, successful completion of certifications

About Us

Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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