The Commercial Surety Regional Manager is responsible for the underwriting, marketing, production, profitability, and overall management of a regional Commercial Surety portfolio. This position serves as the senior underwriting leader for the assigned territory and is accountable for achieving premium growth, underwriting profitability, agency development, and portfolio management objectives.The Regional Manager will develop and maintain strong relationships with agents, brokers, principals, indemnitors, and other business partners while exercising significant underwriting authority and ensuring compliance with company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite. The position is highly market-facing and focused on profitable business development, agency management, and underwriting execution.Will consider qualified, remote candidates in Texas or Louisiana.Analyze, evaluate, and approve commercial surety submissions within delegated authority.Review and assess financial statements, interim financial reports, work-in-progress schedules, bank agreements, credit reports, tax returns, and other underwriting information.Determine appropriate capacity, pricing, and terms for new and renewal business.Monitor portfolio performance and take corrective action as necessary to achieve profitability objectives.Maintain underwriting quality and adherence to company guidelines and authority levels.Marketing and Business DevelopmentDevelop and execute regional marketing and production plans.Build and strengthen relationships with retail and wholesale surety brokers.Identify and develop new business opportunities consistent with company risk appetite.Conduct regular agency visits and joint sales calls.Establish agency business plans and monitor production goals.Monitor premium volume, loss ratio, expense ratio, and collection objectives.Evaluate agency performance and manage agency relationships accordingly.Recommend strategic actions to improve profitability and operational performance.Assist senior leadership with budgeting, business planning, and forecasting.Leadership and Talent DevelopmentRecruit, train, mentor, and develop commercial surety underwriters.Assist in establishing underwriting goals and performance expectations.Participate in succession planning and employee development initiatives.Foster a collaborative, performance-oriented culture focused on underwriting excellence and customer service.Collaborate with claims, legal, accounting, and operations departments to support business objectives.Technical Knowledge and UnderstandingStrong knowledge and understanding in commercial surety.Strong financial statement analysis and credit underwriting skills.ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field is requiredAdvanced degree or professional certifications (e.g.

Proven business development and marketing experience.xghoner At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement.Benefitsmedical, dental, vision, and life insurancesshort and long-term disabilitya Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) planan Employee Assistance PlanHealth Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountHealth Reimbursement Accounta wellness program

📌 Commercial Surety Regional Manager (Cuenca)
🏢 Core Specialty Insurance Holdings
📍 Cuenca