Construction Surety Underwriter

Executive Underwriter - UW07DD
/ Senior Underwriter - UW08DA

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

• A customer‑first mindset, putting our customers at the center of everything you do.
• A passion for making decisions through both analyzing data and employing critical thinking skills.
• A team spirit and desire to work collaboratively.
• A financial mindset to help make the best decisions.
• Ability to own your work and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to decipher and execute within a fluid and changing business environment.
• An understanding of how to build relationships and trust among diverse groups.
• The ability to advance your career into technical or leadership positions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting or economics strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• AFSB designation preferred.
• 2+ years of contract surety underwriting experience.
• Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all internal and external business partners.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• 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. A company car may be provided.

This role will have a Hybrid work arrangement, with the expectation of working in the Independence, OH office three days a week (Tuesday through Thursday).

The listed annualized base pay range for this role is: $93,600 – $169,200. 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 posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age.