The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

Commercial Surety Bond Underwriter

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc • $71K — $140K *
Morristown, NJ 07960Hybrid
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • AFSB designation preferred
  • 3+ years of commercial surety underwriting experience; open to candidates with banking and financial services underwriting experience
  • Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong relationships with business partners
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • High energy self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Proficient in time, organizational, and desk management skills
  • Goal-oriented with a focus on delivering outcomes
  • Ability to challenge the status quo and drive competitive action
  • Superior technical knowledge in underwriting and sound decision-making skills
  • Valid driver's license with a willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Analyze complex underwriting information and risk within company standards
  • Adhere strictly to underwriting and service standards
  • Make high-stakes decisions regarding a regional book of business
  • Balance customer needs with underwriting standards in decision-making
  • Evaluate risk relative to potential returns to make sound underwriting choices
  • Conduct meetings and calls with clients and agencies
  • Foster relationships to promote Bond products and services in the region
  • Identify resources to meet customer and producer needs
  • Share relevant information for product development and market research
  • Utilize the Bond Center effectively to meet sales and service targets
  • Efficiently use the internal underwriting system

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement with in-office expectations three days a week
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive company culture with emphasis on teamwork
  • Access to advanced underwriting technology and resources
  • Encouragement of innovation and challenging the status quo
Full Job Description
Senior Underwriter - UW08DA

Underwriter - UW08DB

As a Commercial Surety Bond Underwriter at The Hartford, your primary role will be to support Commercial Surety line of business strategies by marketing and underwriting business in partnership with field office specialists.

Responsibilities:
  • Rigorously analyze underwriting information and assess most complex risk within the framework of company standards.
  • Maintain disciplined adherence to underwriting and service standards.
  • A high degree of decision-making authority in the regional office and look at book of business issues.
  • Weigh decisions between underwriting standards and customer needs and expectations.
  • Balance risk relative to return to make effective and acceptable underwriting decisions.
  • Conduct client meetings/agency calls.
  • Cultivate customer and producer relationships to promote Bond products and services within the regional office.
  • Seek out resources to identify and satisfy customer and producer needs.
  • Share pertinent information to support product development, market research and identification of business opportunities between Bond lines of business and other Hartford business units. Develop and implement strategy across the regional office.
  • Effectively utilize the Bond Center to support sales and service objectives. Ensure achievement of financial goals and business plan objectives.
  • Utilize internal underwriting system efficiently and effectively.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
  • AFSB designation preferred
  • 3 + years of commercial surety underwriting experience preferred; open to considering a candidate with underwriting experience in the banking and financial services industry. Position level to be determined after a complete review of the selected candidate's qualifications.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all internal and external business partners.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions.
  • High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills
  • Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes.
  • Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win.
  • Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills.
  • Valid driver's license with the ability and desire to travel within the assigned territory approximately 25% of the time.


Location:

This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in the Morristown, NJ or New York City, NY office three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$71,600 - $140,400

The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

About The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. Throughout our rich history of more than 200 years, countless businesses and individuals, including Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln and Babe Ruth, have turned to our company for protection. The Hartford celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2010.

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. Careers

Join the esteemed team at The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., a leader in investment and insurance, where we offer more than just job opportunities—we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation. As one of the most respected names in the financial services industry, The Hartford is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, leadership, and continuous development.

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Embark on a career with The Hartford and contribute to our mission of helping customers achieve amazing financial outcomes. You will have the chance to work alongside a team of experts who are not only skilled in their fields but are also passionate about making a difference.

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At The Hartford, we believe in nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust career development opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our dynamic leadership and diversity training programs that prepare you for the future.

Innovate with Us

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at The Hartford. Join us and bring your unique perspective to help shape the future of financial services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and is the perfect place to advance your skills in groundbreaking ways.

Be Part of a Great Team

The Hartford is not just a company; it's a community. We pride ourselves on a workplace culture that upholds the values of inclusivity and teamwork. By joining us, you’ll work on diverse teams that value your insights and encourage networking and mutual support.

Future-Proof Your Career

With a wide range of job opportunities, from internships to full-time positions, The Hartford offers a path for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, we provide the tools and support needed to succeed. Our benefits package is designed to ensure that our team members are well taken care of, not only at work but in all aspects of life.

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Learn more about The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc
Size
18,500 employees
Market Cap
$24.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1810
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$20.5 billion
NASDAQ
HIG
* Ladders Estimates

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