Assistant Bond Manager- Portland

Overview

Assistant Bond Manager – (Hybrid Schedule) Are you ready to take the next step in your surety career with a company that values work-life balance, flexibility, and a supportive, dynamic work environment? Old Republic Surety Company, an industry leader in the surety space, is seeking an Assistant Bond Manager to join our Portland, OR team. In this role, you’ll help manage and grow the branch’s book of business while cultivating strong relationships with clients and partners.

If you’re a tenacious, committed professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Hybridity: two days per week remote, with travel to agencies, events, and partners as needed.

• Supervise a team of direct reports, helping them achieve goals and supporting their development in collaboration with branch leadership.
• Contribute to performance management by providing feedback and guidance to excel in the business.
• Train and mentor team members to support the branch’s overall success and maintain a balanced, nimble culture.
• Assist in overall management of the branch’s book of business, balancing strategic growth with risk management.
• Participate in underwriting decisions on bonds (including contract bonds) with attention to detail to inform profitability and risk: assess, accept, or reject bonds as appropriate.
• Build and maintain relationships with agencies and partners, manage difficult bond situations, and stay current with industry trends to remain competitive.
• Travel as part of the role to visit agencies, attend events, and meet potential business partners; manage a large territory and connect with clients in person when needed.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of progressively responsible managerial experience in underwriting, production, and marketing within the fidelity and surety industry.
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software; ability to support marketing growth and ensure quality service delivery.

• Core values: appreciative, committed, nimble, tenacious, generous, fulfilled, and balanced.
• Open, collaborative culture that supports growth from within and work-life balance.

• Financial:
  • Competitive salary ($130,000–$200,000 commensurate with experience)
  • Lucrative annual bonus based on performance
  • Eligible for annual Performance Recognition Plan bonus
  • 401k Savings & Profit-Sharing Plan with company match
  • Roth options, 529 Education Savings Plan
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Health:
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account options
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Paid Leave of Absence Benefits
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Work-Life Balance:
  • 37.5 hour standard work week
  • Hybrid work opportunities after training
  • Casual business attire
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Volunteer opportunities and company-sponsored events

Old Republic Surety Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace.