An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
Contract Surety Manager
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Contract Surety Manager
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Manager - Contract Surety
Nashville, TN · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Manager - Contract Surety
Nashville, TN · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety accounts ...
Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety accounts ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Manager - Contract Surety
Nashville, TN · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Manager - Contract Surety
Nashville, TN · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety accounts ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety accounts ...
Executive Underwriter - Contract Surety NYC
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$174K/yr
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
Executive Underwriter - Contract Surety NYC
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$174K/yr
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Contract Surety Manager
Chicago, IL · On-site
Company Details Berkley Surety is a highly professional, service-oriented surety underwriting management company, providing a full spectrum of bonds for contract, environmental, and commercial surety ...
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Contract Surety Underwriter in the Southeast Region. We are seeking the best candidate for the role. While ...
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Contract Surety Underwriter in the Southeast Region. We are seeking the best candidate for the role. While ...
IAT Surety has an immediate opening for a Contract Surety Underwriting Manager in our Norristown, Pennsylvania location. This role will act to serve as a point member of our underwriting team ...
IAT Surety has an immediate opening for a Contract Surety Underwriting Manager in our Norristown, Pennsylvania location. This role will act to serve as a point member of our underwriting team ...
Surety Underwriter
Sully Station, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Surety Bonds Underwriter - Centreville, VA Insurance Underwriter Underwriting Surety Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid, performance and payment ...
Surety Underwriter
Sully Station, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Surety Bonds Underwriter - Centreville, VA Insurance Underwriter Underwriting Surety Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid, performance and payment ...
Underwriting Specialist - Contract Surety
Metairie, LA · On-site +1
$75K - $165K/yr
Zurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to work out of our Metairie, LA office or Virtual within the State of Louisiana. This is a highly technical and market ...
Underwriting Specialist - Contract Surety
Metairie, LA · On-site +1
$75K - $165K/yr
Zurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to work out of our Metairie, LA office or Virtual within the State of Louisiana. This is a highly technical and market ...
Surety Underwriter
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Surety Underwriter Account Manager - Blacksburg, VA Surety Underwriter Underwriting Surety Insurance Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid ...
Surety Underwriter
Blacksburg, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Surety Underwriter Account Manager - Blacksburg, VA Surety Underwriter Underwriting Surety Insurance Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid ...
Service a heavy Contract Surety book and knowledge of commercial surety. * Assist Commercial Producers with servicing Surety accounts. * Contract reviews, bid performance, payment bonds and ...
Quick apply
Service a heavy Contract Surety book and knowledge of commercial surety. * Assist Commercial Producers with servicing Surety accounts. * Contract reviews, bid performance, payment bonds and ...
Experienced Underwriter - Contract Surety, SE Region
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $260K/yr
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Contract Surety Underwriter in the Southeast Region. We are seeking the best candidate for the role. While ...
Quick apply
Experienced Underwriter - Contract Surety, SE Region
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$120K - $260K/yr
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a senior level Contract Surety Underwriter in the Southeast Region. We are seeking the best candidate for the role. While ...
Underwriting Specialist - Contract Surety
Metairie, LA · On-site +1
$75K - $165K/yr
Zurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to work out of our Metairie, LA office or Virtual within the State of Louisiana. This is a highly technical and market ...
Underwriting Specialist - Contract Surety
Metairie, LA · On-site +1
$75K - $165K/yr
Zurich North America is currently looking for a Contract Surety Underwriter to work out of our Metairie, LA office or Virtual within the State of Louisiana. This is a highly technical and market ...
Surety Underwriter
Dale City, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Contract Surety Bond Territory Manager - Dale City, VA Insurance Underwriter Underwriting Surety Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid, performance ...
Surety Underwriter
Dale City, VA · On-site
$140K - $250K/yr
Contract Surety Bond Territory Manager - Dale City, VA Insurance Underwriter Underwriting Surety Contract Surety Bonds Construction Surety Commercial Insurance License & Permit bonds Bid, performance ...
Contract Surety information
See salary details
$32K - $39.3K
3% of jobs
$39.3K - $46.5K
6% of jobs
$46.5K - $53.8K
11% of jobs
$56.2K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$53.8K - $61.1K
15% of jobs
$61.1K - $68.4K
14% of jobs
The median wage is $68.9K / yr.
$68.4K - $75.6K
15% of jobs
$75.6K - $82.9K
10% of jobs
$84.5K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$82.9K - $90.2K
7% of jobs
$90.2K - $97.5K
6% of jobs
$97.5K - $104.7K
10% of jobs
$104.7K - $112K
3% of jobs
$32K
$73.2K
$112K
How much do contract surety jobs pay per year?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract surety professional, and why are they important?
What are some of the common challenges faced by professionals working in contract surety roles?
What is contract surety?
What is the difference between Contract Surety vs Contract Underwriter?
| Aspect | Contract Surety | Contract Underwriter |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires insurance or bonding licenses, industry experience | Requires underwriting certifications, insurance knowledge |
| Work Environment | Insurance companies, bonding agencies, project sites | Insurance firms, underwriting departments |
| Industry Usage | Used in construction, project bonding | Used in insurance underwriting, risk assessment |
Contract Surety professionals focus on issuing bonds to guarantee project completion, while Contract Underwriters evaluate risks and determine policy terms. Both roles require industry-specific credentials and work within the insurance and bonding sectors, often overlapping in construction and project finance contexts.

$174K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 10 days ago
Job description
Crum & Forster (C&F) provides market leading property & casualty, accident & health, specialty and standard commercial lines insurance solutions. A true underwriting company, we have a 200-year history of helping our customers manage risk with laser-focused expertise, integrity and discipline. Our people are empowered to make decisions and   problem-solve with you smartly and swiftly. Our annual gross written premium is 6.2 billion. C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of "A+" (Superior) by AM Best.
Our most valuable asset is our people. We have 3000 employees, and locations throughout the United States and India. With our employee-first focus, the Company is consistently recognized as a great place to work, earning multiple workplace and wellness awards, including the Great Place to Work Award, Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, Fortune Best Workplaces for Parents, Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials, and many others.
C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings. For more information about C&F, please visit our website: www.cfins.com
Job DescriptionExecutive Underwriter - Contract Surety - New York City hybrid location.
An Executive Underwriter is accountable for Contract Surety product underwriting that contributes to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention, pricing and profitability. This role reports to the Regional UW Director and will work closely to foster agency/broker relationships and develop a profitable book of business.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Responsible for risk selection/rejection, pricing, retention, growth, and profitability within scope of authority and per divisional objectives.
- Receives and analyzes submissions, assesses risk quality and determines terms in accordance with company guidelines.
- Applies underwriting rules and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations.
- Makes recommendations on risks over authority.
- Enters, maintains and monitors accounts using underwriting, analysis, and desktop systems
- Uses independent judgment and initiative to support business goals.
- Prepares effective internal and external communications on underwriting issues.
- Develops a book of commercial surety business with select brokers/agents and maintains effective business relationships with external customers in order to attract and retain profitable business.
- Visits producers and principals in order to retain existing accounts, survey exposures, build and maintain business relationships, and develop new opportunities in support of divisional objectives.
- Coaches and guides less experienced underwriters.
Â
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required, preferably in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field.
- A minimum of 8 years of contract surety experience is required.
- Must have strong communication skills to build and leverage excellent customer relationships to successfully market products.
- Sales mindset for creating and following through on pipeline opportunities that contribute to new business goals and budget objectives.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
- An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions.
- A high energy, self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
- Demonstrates solid time, organizational, and desk management skills.
- Goal-oriented mind set, delivers on goals and objectives.
- Microsoft Office experience and the ability to learn new applications a must.
Travel required and proof of valid driver license.
What C&F will bring to youAt C&F you will BELONG
We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
For California Residents Only: Â Information collected and processed as part of your career profile and any job applications you choose to submit are subject to our privacy notices and policies, visit https://www.cfins.com/onlineprivacypolicy/ca/noticeatcollection/ for more information.
Crum & Forster is committed to ensuring a workplace free from discriminatory pay disparities and complying with applicable pay equity laws. Salary ranges are available for all positions at this location, taking into account roles with a comparable level of responsibility and impact in the relevant labor market and these salary ranges are regularly reviewed and adjusted in accordance with prevailing market conditions. The annualized base pay for the advertised position, located in the specified area, ranges from a minimum of $86,600 to a maximum of $174,400. The actual compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the market pay for the jobs at each level, the responsibilities and skills required for each job, and the employee's contribution (performance) in that role. To be considered within market range, a salary is at or above the minimum of the range. You may also have the opportunity to participate in discretionary equity (stock) based compensation and/or performance-based variable pay programs.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Competitive compensation package.Â
- Company car provided
- Generous 401K employer match.
- Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our Wellness programs focus on your family's complete wellness, including your physical and mental wellbeing
- A core C&F principle is that you manage your career. To support your development, we have a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry related certifications and professional training available to you.
- A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
- A spirit of social responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee driven corporate giving.
#LI-JA1
#LI-Hybrid
Employment Type: FULL_TIMEAbout Crum & Forster
Sourced by ZipRecruiter
Industry
Insurance services
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Morristown, NJ, US
Year founded
1822