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International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP)

$125 - $150/hr

Eames are working with a leading global insurer who are looking to hire a Surety Underwriter into their London team. The role is focused on underwriting large, complex corporate surety risks across a ...

gpac

Surety Client Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Surety Client Administrator Location: San Diego, CA Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 DOE A growing and well-established insurance organization is seeking a Surety Client Administrator to join its team ...

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Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.

$100 - $125/hr

Sr. Underwriter - Surety page is loaded## Sr. Underwriter - Suretylocations: GA Atlanta: KY Remotetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101322-A Senior underwriter is ...

United Fire Group

Surety Underwriter Trainee

Dallas, TX · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

UFG is currently seeking a Surety Underwriter Trainee to join our growing Surety Department. You will be provided on the job training that will teach you how to perform analysis of financial ...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Engineer II

MA · On-site +1

$120K/yr

Assists Surety/SDI Claims and/or Underwriting Department in fulfilling objectives of the unit, including audit and administrative functions. Evaluates contractor internal controls structure and job ...

UFG Insurance

$60 - $80/hr

UFG is currently seeking a Surety Underwriter Trainee to join our growing Surety Department. You will be provided on the job training that will teach you how to perform analysis of financial ...

Iatinsurancegroup

Surety Underwriter

Birmingham, AL · On-site +1

IAT Surety has an immediate opening for a Surety Underwriter located in our Birmingham, Alabama or Alpharetta, Georgia location that will be handling both contract and commercial surety. This role ...

Liberty Mutual

Surety Engineer II

$120K - $225K/yr

Assists Surety/SDI Claims and/or Underwriting Department in fulfilling objectives of the unit, including audit and administrative functions. Evaluates contractor internal controls structure and job ...

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How much do surety jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for surety in the United States is $77,935.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $89,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a surety professional do?

A Surety professional underwrites and evaluates financial risks for bonds that guarantee the performance or obligations of individuals and businesses. They assess applicants' creditworthiness, financial stability, and ability to fulfill contractual agreements. Surety professionals work with insurance companies, brokers, and clients to structure bond agreements, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with legal and financial requirements. Their role is essential in industries like construction, finance, and government contracting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in surety?

To thrive in a Surety role, you need a solid understanding of financial analysis, risk assessment, and underwriting principles, often supported by experience in finance, insurance, or law. Familiarity with surety bond management systems, contract review tools, and relevant certifications such as the Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding (AFSB) are advantageous. Attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and clear written and verbal communication set outstanding surety professionals apart. Mastery of these skills ensures accurate risk evaluation, fulfills client needs, and helps maintain trust and compliance within the field.

What are some common challenges faced by surety professionals in their daily work?

Surety professionals often face the challenge of evaluating complex contract terms and accurately assessing the risks posed by clients, which requires staying up-to-date with changing regulations and industry practices. Juggling multiple bond requests simultaneously while ensuring compliance with both internal guidelines and external legal standards can be demanding. Effective collaboration with underwriters, legal counsel, and clients is essential to address unique bonding scenarios and resolve any issues that arise. Those who excel in critical thinking and communication typically find creative solutions and are better equipped to manage these daily challenges successfully.

Is surety a good career?

A career in surety involves working with insurance and bonding to guarantee the completion of projects or obligations, often requiring knowledge of finance, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. It can be a stable and well-paying field for those with strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with opportunities for advancement in insurance companies, bonding agencies, or related industries.

What is a surety job?

A surety job involves working in the surety industry, which provides guarantees or bonds to ensure contractual obligations are met. Professionals in this field assess risk, process claims, and work with insurance companies, often requiring knowledge of underwriting and relevant certifications. The role typically involves attention to detail and understanding of legal and financial principles.
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Infographic showing various Surety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 72% Physical, 14% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $77,935 per year, or $37.5 per hour.

Surety Underwriter

United Fire & Casualty Company

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

UFG is hiring for a Surety Underwriter who will actively working towards building and maintaining a profitable mix of new and existing surety business by developing and maintaining strong working relationships with the agency force. Demonstrate strong analytical skills to evaluate risks for acceptability within their authority and company underwriting parameters. Make regular agency visits and calls to assess growth and profitability of agents in their territory. Prospect and appoint new quality agents in the territory. Visit current and potential contractor's place of business to better assess acceptability and quality of the accounts.
**The ideal candidate will reside in Chicago, Illinois/Greater Chicago area or the Milwaukee, Wisconsin territory**
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Underwrite new submissions and existing accounts utilizing authority granted by head of Surety and with assistance from mentors. Evaluate and assess financial status, credit standing, and organization profile to analyze and determine acceptability of the risk within framework of UFG underwriting policies and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with agents/brokers.
  • Oversee a book of contract surety business within defined territory. Meet production, marketing, and profitability goals and develop marketing plan using the territory management tool.
  • Upload and update file information electronically and purge obsolete data per department guidelines.
  • Handles all confidential information with discretion.
  • Provide high quality customer service in all interactions with internal and external customers.
  • Request underwriting information from agencies. Review and process information received.
  • Perform annual review of accounts including financial analysis, obtaining current bank line of credit letters, preparing profiles, and recommendation of line of authority.
  • Instruct, assign and review work completed by support staff.
  • Create record of communications concerning activities per department standards.
  • Provide training, direction, and assistance to associate underwriters and underwriter trainees.

Job Specifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, or combination of education and surety experience
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, finance or accounting preferred

Certifications/Designations:
  • Certified, or working towards, AFSB designation.
  • Must have a valid and current drivers' license and must have acceptable driving record in accordance with Company practice.
  • Employees are expected to participate in continuing education throughout their careers.

Experience:
  • 3+ years of contract surety underwriting experience.

Working Conditions:
  • General office environment.
  • Up to 25% of travel is required, to visit agency force and contract accounts either independently or by accompanying surety representatives. Overnight trips included.
  • May be exposed to weather conditions, and/or results and debris of adverse weather conditions, during agency/contract visits.

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