Description review

Underwriter - Surety

Core Specialty · United States · back to the listing

HR standards

47/100

poor

Title ↔ description

91/100

strong

Reads as

Unclear

no confident match

What the listing never says

  • 20 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
  • No section describes what the person would actually do. Scope clarity
  • No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
  • No location or timezone policy stated, so a candidate cannot tell where they may work from. Scope clarity

The listing, marked up

Nothing in the wording of this listing tripped a check. The scores above still judge how complete and coherent it is.

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The underwriter is responsible for assessing and managing risk associated with surety bond applications. They will evaluate the financial strength and credibility of applicants, analyzes terms, and makes informed decisions to protect the interests of the surety company while maintaining profitability.As an underwriter you will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with key agents and brokers.

Willing to consider candidates located in Southern Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, North or South Carolina, Louisiana, Georgia, Alabama.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Review and evaluate surety bond applications/submissions to determine risk levels and underwriting terms.

• Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant documents to assess the financial stability of applicants.

• Collaborate with brokers, agents, and clients to gather necessary information required for proper analysis of bond risks.

• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, agents, and industry professionals.

• Provide guidance and support to junior underwriters or team members.

• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, underwriting practices, and competitors.

• Coordination with Automation Team to implement bond types/risks in the surety bond platform.

• Stay abreast of obligee requirements and statutory changes.

• Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Excellent decision-making abilities and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in underwriting software and tools.

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or related field is preferred.

• Extensive experience (2+ years) in surety underwriting or related field.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data.

• Knowledge of surety bond principles, including indemnity agreements and bond forms.

• Travel of 10 - 20% required.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

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At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program

Originally posted on Himalayas

How this was produced

Highlights are found by rule, not by a model: each one is a phrase matched at a known position, and every note is a template we wrote. The two scores come from a typed-decision model (Jev) that reads the listing against the official role definition and real listings for the same role, and returns probabilities rather than prose — it never writes any of the words on this page, and never chooses what to highlight.

Deterministic penalty applied to the HR score: 20 points (from 67 before penalties). Reviewed 21 Sep 2026.