Vice President Underwriting, Bail Division

Core Specialty

$150K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years in the commercial bail bond industry.
  • Extensive underwriting experience with bail bond agencies.
  • Experience in conducting agency audits and compliance reviews.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Legislative advocacy experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Recruit and appoint qualified bail bond agencies.
  • Underwrite large bond submissions and agency appointments.
  • Provide ongoing underwriting support to existing agents.
  • Conduct operational reviews and field audits of agencies.
  • Monitor agency performance for growth and risk opportunities.
  • Represent the company at industry conferences and meetings.
  • Engage with legislative developments affecting the bail industry.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with 100% match on 6% contribution.
  • Employee Assistance Plan and wellness program.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Full Job Description
As the Bail Division continues to pursue strategic growth initiatives, this position will be responsible for expanding our agency force while maintaining underwriting discipline and fostering strong relationships with our agents and industry partners. The position also provides valuable field support through agency audits, underwriting guidance, training, and representation of company before state and national bail associations and legislative bodies.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:
  • Recruit, appoint, and develop qualified bail bond agencies.
  • Underwrite agency appointments and large bond submissions.
  • Provide underwriting guidance and support to existing agents.
  • Conduct field audits and agency operational reviews.
  • Monitor agency performance and identify opportunities for growth and risk improvement.
  • Represent company at state and national industry conferences and association meetings.
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments affecting the bail industry and participate in advocacy efforts when appropriate.
  • Collaborate with Claims, Underwriting, Compliance, and Executive Management to support the Division's strategic initiatives.
  • Travel as necessary to support agents, conduct audits, attend conferences, and develop new business opportunities.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Technical Knowledge and Understanding:
  • Thorough knowledge of bail bond laws, regulations, and industry practices in multiple states or on a national level.
  • Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term professional relationships with agents, regulators, and industry organizations.
  • Professional demeanor with excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout the United States.


Experience:
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the commercial bail bond industry.
  • Extensive underwriting experience and/or a proven record of recruiting and developing bail bond agencies.
  • Experience evaluating agency performance, underwriting risk, and financial exposure.
  • Experience conducting agency audits and compliance reviews.
  • Legislative or governmental affairs experience advocating for bail bond-related issues is highly desirable.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Outgoing, self-motivated, and relationship-driven.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Sound judgment and independent decision-making ability.
  • Strategic thinker with a focus on profitable growth.
  • Collaborative team player who represents company with integrity and professionalism.


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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program

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