• Assist in soliciting and quoting new business within guidelines and/or authority. Maintain agency relationships by providing prompt customer service as directed.
• Send requests for renewal business. Review renewals for completeness and risk acceptability and approve within established guidelines. Present to underwriter when necessary.
• Promote and demonstrate use of the web-based bond software application(s) with agents. Assist agents and Home Office staff with the web-based bond software application(s).
• Assist Home Office Underwriting in maintaining existing forms/users in the web-based bond software application(s). Notify Home Office Underwriting of new bond forms needed for the web-based bond software application(s) and process web-based bond software application(s) renewals, as directed. Issue bid/performance bonds and prepare endorsements as needed.
• Assist Home Office with accounting discrepancies and past due accounts. Review direct bill past due list monthly and contact principal and agent on late pays.
• Provide Home Office Claims with claim notices along with appropriate bond information and assist with information requests.
• Perform administrative duties including handling mail, assisting callers, filing, photocopying, faxing, ordering supplies, and using/maintaining office equipment.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Working as an Assistant Underwriter - Commercial requires one to work independently and effectively within a fast-paced environment.  Proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products is necessary.  Other skills necessary include excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and accurate proofreading skills, the ability to maintain accurate records, the ability to exercise discretion with confidential information, strong attention to detail, and the ability to use a variety of office equipment.

Old Republic Surety Company offers numerous opportunities for our employees to grow and prosper.  We have a culture of growth from within and we support our employees’ pursuits in advancing their careers.  We offer this in an open-door, collaborative workplace that encourages and rewards both teamwork and individual contributions.  We want bright, passionate individuals who share our values and quest for success.    To learn more about our company culture and our outstanding benefits, please visit our website and watch this video.

Interested?  Click ‘apply’ and follow some very simple steps to get your resume in front of the Talent Acquisition Team.

Old Republic Surety Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace.