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Executive Underwriter/Underwriting Manager, Contract Surety

Arch

SalaryUSD 86,300–194,516 / year
Before you apply

Role details

The practical picture
Base compensation

USD 86,300–194,516 / year

Work arrangement
Hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Eligible locations
United States

Work & location

Office locations
New York, NY, US
Working hours
PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer
Time zones
US Eastern Time

Experience & eligibility

Education
Bachelors or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting Business or equivalent preferred work experience in a related field
Experience
5+ years Surety underwriting experience and/or equivalent surety related experience preferred
Skills
  • Underwriting
  • Financial Analysis
  • Risk Assessment
  • Surety Insurance

Compensation & benefits

Benefits
comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care
Bonus / commission
Position is incentive eligible.
Estimated salary
USD 86,300–194,516 / year

Inside the role

Department
Underwriting
Responsibilities
Gather and analyze information, applying appropriate underwriting techniques, necessary to make an accurate evaluation of credit quality & acceptability of risk Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned producers and cultivate new relationships Responsible for developing and managing a book of business, meeting/exceeding profitability objectives as set forth by management. This includes building and growing strategic relationships as well as finding opportunity for new business within the defined territory Continuously monitor assigned accounts to ensure compliance with Arch standards and make/recommend appropriate corrective actions as needed Prepare underwriting submissions, making recommendations and/or decisions within established authority limits Assist in internal reporting and preparing/implementing regional business plan and budget
Qualifications
Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles and the ability to demonstrate sound business judgment in evaluation of the financial condition, experience, credit history and character of contract surety accounts Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet agreed upon expectations Learns quickly and demonstrates an open attitude when faced with new problems, processes, or procedures Strong leadership skills
Hiring specifics1 detail
Occupation
Executive Underwriter/Underwriting Manager, Contract Surety
Role signal brief

The role, at a glance

Extracted from the source posting · 95% confidence

Arch is hiring an Executive Underwriter/Underwriting Manager for contract surety to evaluate credit quality and manage a book of business. The role involves underwriting submissions and monitoring accounts within New York, New Jersey, or remote settings. Base salary ranges from $86,300 to $194,516 annually depending on the specific level.

Time zones
US Eastern Time
Compensation
USD 86,300–194,516 / year

What you need

  • Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles and the ability to demonstrate sound business judgment in evaluation of the financial condition, experience, credit history and character of contract surety accounts
  • Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet agreed upon expectations
  • Learns quickly and demonstrates an open attitude when faced with new problems, processes, or procedures
  • Strong leadership skills

What you will own

  • Gather and analyze information, applying appropriate underwriting techniques, necessary to make an accurate evaluation of credit quality & acceptability of risk
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned producers and cultivate new relationships
  • Responsible for developing and managing a book of business, meeting/exceeding profitability objectives as set forth by management. This includes building and growing strategic relationships as well as finding opportunity for new business within the defined territory
  • Continuously monitor assigned accounts to ensure compliance with Arch standards and make/recommend appropriate corrective actions as needed
  • Prepare underwriting submissions, making recommendations and/or decisions within established authority limits
  • Assist in internal reporting and preparing/implementing regional business plan and budget
Core skills
UnderwritingFinancial AnalysisRisk AssessmentSurety Insurance
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  • applicant_location_requirements “Job location: New York, NY; Home Base, NY; Jersey City, NJ United States of America”
  • benefits “comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage”
  • department “provide underwriting and marketing duties”
  • education_requirements “Bachelors or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting Business or equivalent preferred work experience in a related field”
  • employment_types “PTO beginning at 20 days per year”
  • estimated_salary “$86,300 - $194,516/year”
  • experience_months “5+ years Surety underwriting experience and/or equivalent surety related experience preferred”
  • experience_requirements_text “5+ years Surety underwriting experience and/or equivalent surety related experience preferred”
  • incentive_compensation “Position is incentive eligible.”
  • job_locations “Job location: New York, NY; Home Base, NY; Jersey City, NJ United States of America”
  • location “Location: Can be Hybrid OR Remote”
  • must_have “Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles and the ability to demonstrate sound business judgment in evaluation of the financial condition, experience, credit history and character of contract surety accounts”
  • nice_to_have “AFSB designation preferred”
  • occupational_category “Executive Underwriter/Underwriting Manager, Contract Surety”
  • responsibilities “Responsible for developing and managing a book of business, meeting/exceeding profitability objectives as set forth by management.”
  • salary “$86,300 - $194,516/year”
  • skills “Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles”
  • timezone_requirements “Location: Can be Hybrid OR Remote”
  • work_hours “PTO beginning at 20 days per year”
  • workplace_type “Location: Can be Hybrid OR Remote”
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Role brief

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility℠.

*Location: Can be Hybrid OR Remote*

Position Summary:

Under direction, provide underwriting and marketing duties by imparting high levels of financial analysis, risk assessment and technical underwriting expertise to determine credit quality and underwriting acceptability. 

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

  • Gather and analyze information, applying appropriate underwriting techniques, necessary to make an accurate evaluation of credit quality & acceptability of risk

  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned producers and cultivate new relationships

  • Responsible for developing and managing a book of business, meeting/exceeding profitability objectives as set forth by management. This includes building and growing strategic relationships as well as finding opportunity for new business within the defined territory

  • Continuously monitor assigned accounts to ensure compliance with Arch standards and make/recommend appropriate corrective actions as needed

  • Prepare underwriting submissions, making recommendations and/or decisions within established authority limits

  • Assist in internal reporting and preparing/implementing regional business plan and budget

  • Perform additional projects as requested by Branch Manager

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Solid understanding of financial and accounting principles and the ability to demonstrate sound business judgment in evaluation of the financial condition, experience, credit history and character of contract surety accounts

  • Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills

  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet agreed upon expectations

  • Learns quickly and demonstrates an open attitude when faced with new problems, processes, or procedures

  • Strong leadership skills

Desired Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office software products

Education and Experience:

  • 5+ years Surety underwriting experience and/or equivalent surety related experience preferred

  • AFSB designation preferred

  • Bachelors or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting Business or equivalent preferred work experience in a related field

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

$86,300 - $194,516/year

Executive Underwriter, for NY, NJ: $86,300 - $134,011/year
Underwriting Manager, for NY, NJ: $133,300 - $194,516/year

  • Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

  • Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits.

     

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