Branch Manager - Midwest

Old Republic Surety is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead and grow our Midwest-based surety operation. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a proven surety professional who excels in underwriting, business development, and team leadership.

Headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin,
Old Republic ranks among the nation’s top underwriters of contractors’ performance and payment bonds, miscellaneous surety, and commercial fidelity products, offering thousands of bond types nationwide.

We proudly partner with a network of more than 4,000 independent insurance agencies
—highly regarded agents and brokers who market our surety and financial indemnity products throughout the United States. Old Republic is widely recognized within the insurance industry for our stability, integrity, and long‑standing reputation as a reliable and trusted surety provider.

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of Surety Contract Underwriters and future Associate Underwriters
• Setting and achieving profit, production, and underwriting quality goals
• Making key underwriting decisions that strengthen and grow the surety portfolio
• Traveling throughout the territory to meet with agency partners, pursue new business, and strengthen relationships
• Representing Old Republic at industry and trade events
• Preparing budgets, managing expenses, and monitoring branch financial performance
• Utilizing CRM software to track agency activity, marketing initiatives, and production data
• Recruiting, training, and developing talent while cultivating a strong branch culture aligned with company values

• A minimum of five years of experience in surety underwriting, marketing, and production (seven or more years strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop underwriting professionals
• Strong knowledge of contract surety and fidelity underwriting principles
• Proven success in agency relationship management and business development
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision‑making skills

• Salary range: $140,000–$220,000, commensurate with experience
• Eligibility for our annual Performance Recognition Plan bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
• Financial and retirement benefits:
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit‑sharing plan
  • Roth 401(k) options
  • 529 education savings plan
• Employee referral bonus program

At Old Republic, you’ll join a stable, respected organization that values leadership, collaboration, and long‑term success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career with one of the most trusted names in the surety industry.

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