Underwriting Assistant, Surety UW Center

Job Description

Are you looking for your next opportunity?

Sompo has a unique opportunity for an Underwriting Assistant in our Surety business unit.

Underwriting Assistants are responsible for handling the day-to-day processing and management of surety bonds.   They are also responsible for managing relationships with underwriters and agencies, along with supporting the other Surety teams.

Location: This position will be based out of our Mount Juliet, TN or Seattle, WA office. We strive for collaboration, which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers.

Our business, your impact, our opportunity:

What you’ll be doing:

• Process Surety business through data entry, Underwriter support, understanding rating scenarios, and producing error-free work through strong attention-to-detail
• Develop superior working relationships with underwriters and act as the first point of contact with timely service inquiries
• Maintain successful relationships with agencies and clients
• Display and use knowledge with filed rates, minimum premium, rater and assisting with line cards
• Manage internal reports: monthly renewal, status reports, data cleanup projects, submission under review & quoted status
• Provide support to Surety UW Center team (other UAs, account management, bond forms, collections)

What you’ll bring:

• Preferred 3-5 years of experience as a Technical Assistant or Underwriting Assistant performing similar responsibilities.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with effective written and verbal communication abilities across email, phone, and in-person interactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Edge/Chrome, and Nitro Pro or Adobe.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Strong attention to detail, with demonstrated planning and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn, a positive attitude, and a willingness to take on new opportunities and responsibilities as assigned by Underwriters or Leadership.
• Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.
• At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees.
• Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms.  The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance.
• We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents.  Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs:
• Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
• Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
• Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
• Vision benefits
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
• Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
• Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
• Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits
• Who we are and what we stand for: At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide. Life at Sompo page
• Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charge.