Crum & Forster (C&F) , with a proud history dating to 1822, provides specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products through our admitted and surplus lines insurance companies.

Approaching $4 billion in written premium as of 2021, C&F enjoys a financial strength rating of A (Excellent) by A.M. Best.

C&F is proud of its superior customer service platform and its claims and risk engineering services are recognized as among the best in the industry.

Our most valuable asset is our people 2500+ employees, and growing, in locations throughout the United States. The company is increasingly winning recognition as a great place to work, earning workplace and wellness awards.

C&F is part of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a global organization with $23.8 billion in revenue as of 2021.

For more information about Crum & Forster, please visit our website: www.cfins.com .

Senior Underwriter - Contract Surety - Home Office

Information about the Position

We are currently recruiting for a Home Office Underwriter for Contract Surety middle to large markets in the North America and Latin America territories. The senior underwriter will be accountable for contributing to the achievement of the Contract Surety business plan including new business, renewal retention, pricing and profitability. The senior underwriter will report directly to the SVP Major Markets, Contract Surety. This position to be housed in our Morristown NJ location, with several days per week of remote as option.

What YOU Will Do:

• Gather, review and analyze all necessary underwriting information to conduct proper risk selection, exposure analysis and premium determination for risks within the defined appetite and defined authority.
• Develop and grow the Contract Surety middle to large market initiative.
• Manage and grow the current book by servicing existing accounts and pursuing new business in collaboration with the field offices.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with assigned field offices and agents/brokers.

What YOU Will Bring to C&F:

• A minimum of three years experience working within a Contract Surety underwriting department.
• A college degree is required, preference in Finance or Economics.
• Must possess strong financial, communication, negotiation, customer service and relationship building skills.
• Must possess strong computer skills in Excel, Word and Internet research.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Existing agency relationships a plus.
• Travel will be required.

What C&F Will Bring to You:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Generous 401K employer match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole familys wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path.
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment.
• We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community.

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous 401K employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole familys wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
• We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community

At C&F you will BELONG

We value inclusivity and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.

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