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Allianz Insurance
AVP, Contract Surety Manager - Central Region
Job Description
Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:
Developing and executing a strategic business plan in order to expand our business in the United States, mainly in the Central Region (Illinois, Michigan and/or Texas). Developing and underwriting a profitable portfolio of Surety business through active engagement in the Surety marketplace with existing and new broker relationships. Documenting of all decisions and recommendations in a consistent and transparent manner. Establishing and maintaining key relationships while building out a regional underwriting team. Conducting account and portfolio underwriting activities in a manner consistent with underwriting guidelines and portfolio management requirements established by the company. Collaborating with colleagues across the Americas and internationally to fully leverage surety capabilities and existing customer base. Coordinating with Surety teams globally to ensure alignment on risk and underwriting issues. Actively participating in industry groups, and local surety events.Required Qualifications and Skills:
College degree with emphasis in business, economics, or finance. 7 years+ experience in in industry experience. Entrepreneurial skill set to establish and achieve goals and objectives. Established track record developing business with brokers. Proven ability to underwrite and grow a Surety portfolio. Experience in the development and management of marketing plans, business plans and budgets. Knowledge of Surety distribution channels and experience in managing relationships with regional brokers. Recognized expertise in the underwriting of surety accounts and risks. Ability to work in a fast paced, service driven environment #LI-BG1 #LI-REMOTE
Only meet some of the criteria? Please apply anyway - we want to hear from you!Total Compensation Range:
$195,000-$210,000 Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual's relevant experience, skills for the role, and location. Salary ranges are only one component of our total compensation package.Benefits:
We value your goals and needs, at work and in life. As an associate, you'll be supported with resources, benefits, and work-life balance so you can thrive in ways that matter to you. Featured employee benefits to enrich your life:- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonus eligibility and/or commission structure opportunities
- 401(k) discretionary match of up to 6%
- Flexible work schedules
- Health and wellness benefits
- Paid time off for vacation, illness, Birthday Day Off and Volunteer Day Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits Learn more about our benefits here: https://rcmd-connect.
Note:
Diversity of minds is an integral part of Allianz' company culture. One means to achieve diverse teams is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company encourages its employees to have motivation in gaining varied skills from different positions and to collect experiences from across Allianz Group. Headquartered in Paris, Allianz Trade is the global leader in trade credit insurance and a recognized specialist in the areas of surety, collections, structured trade credit and political risk, present in over 40 countries with 5,800 employees. In 2024, our revenues reached 3.8 billion euros, and we guaranteed 1,400 billion euros of trade transactions worldwide. With sustainability, collaboration, and inclusion at the heart of our values, our workplace culture has earned global recognition — demonstrated by our certification as a Great Place to Work and a Gold Medal from EcoVadis in 2025.Disclaimer:
Allianz Trade is the trademark used to designate a range of services provided by Euler Hermes. #LI-BB1 #LI-REMOTEBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Flexible Work Schedules
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A Property or Casualty Underwriter is an insurance agent who initially inspects homes or rental properties (or other property to be insured) for conditions such as physical deterioration that pose a risk to the carrier.
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