Surety Field - Regional Director - Large Contract at Cincinnati Financial
United States
$130k - $200k
<p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Make a difference with a career in insurance</strong></span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we’re looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate that Actions Speak Louder in Person®. </span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">If you’re ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow. </span></p><div><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Build your future with us</strong></span></div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">Our Surety Field department seeks a regional director for our Surety Field Operations for Large Contract. This position is for the Pennsylvania and New Jersey territory. This position is fully remote.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Starting Pay:</strong> The pay range for this position is between $130,000 - $200,000 annually. Pay is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.</span><br> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Be ready to:</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">manage and develop a large contract surety book for the assigned territory by:</span><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">identifying opportunities and working with agencies to write new accounts</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">conducting meetings with agents and contractors</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">evaluating principals, operationally and financially, for surety credit</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">approving bonds and programs within assigned authority</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">recommending underwriting decisions on bonds or accounts exceeding authority</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">understanding and employing the company’s underwriting approach and philosophy</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">performing analysis and recording activity in underwriting and administrative systems</span></li></ul></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">appoint new agency relationships that have a core focus on surety development</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">develop and maintain close agency relationships</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">display a high degree of professionalism, underwriting expertise and familiarity with the local construction and economic environment</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">support commercial surety and small contract lines with a hands-on knowledge of related tools, procedures and objectives</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">develop growth and profitability plans, including cross-selling strategies, for all surety lines</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">communicate and interact with associates, agencies and customers effectively</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);margin-bottom:0in;"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">give polished surety presentations to agents and bond principals</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">travel to meet with agents, account executives and bond principals in your assigned territory</span></li></ul></div><br><br><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Be equipped with:</strong></span><o:p></o:p></p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft<span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">®</span> Excel</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">strong organizational and decision-making skills </span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">excellent written and verbal communication skills</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">strong proficiency with financial analysis and knowledge of construction accounting methods</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">existing agency and contractor relationships that can attract and develop large contract surety business (preferred)</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">the ability to:</span><o:p></o:p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="circle"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">evaluate and interpret bonds, contracts, credit reports and loan agreements</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">adapt to change</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">manage multiple, competing tasks</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">work independently and with others</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">set and adhere to goals</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0in;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">work as needed to get the job done</span><o:p></o:p></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1;tab-stops:list 1.0in;"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">deliver superior service </span><o:p></o:p></li></ul></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><strong>Bring education and experience from:</strong></span></p><ul><li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial;"><o:p></o:p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">a bachelor’s degree (preferably in finance, accounting or economics)</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Arial;"><o:p></o:p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;">a minimum of five years of surety underwriting experience focusing on larger contractors with higher levels of bond activity</span><o:p></o:p></li><li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;"><span style="line-height:107%25;">supplemental surety and/or insurance-specific training or knowledge, such as an Associate in Fidelity and Surety Bonding (AFSB), Charter Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), or other designations and/or courses of study</span></span></li></ul></div><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong>Enhance your talents</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14px;">Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you’re new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional – all while enjoying a meaningful career. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong>Enjoy benefits and amenities</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of <a href="https://www.cinfin.com/cincinnati-insurance-careers/benefits">benefits and amenities</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;"><strong>Embrace a diverse team</strong></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="mso-ansi-language:EN;" lang="EN">As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation</span>, gender identity and transgender status<span style="mso-ansi-language:EN;" lang="EN">; religion; national origin; age; disability; </span>military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; <span style="mso-ansi-language:EN;" lang="EN">or any other basis prohibited by law. </span>All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review </span><a href="https://www.cinfin.com/careers/labor-laws" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:14px;">this information</span></a><span style="font-size:14px;"> to learn more about those rights. </span><o:p></o:p></p><p style="font-family:Arial;"> </p>
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