Surety Marketing Representative - Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia

ORSC is seeking a Surety Marketing Representative to join our growing company to support the territory of Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia.
In general, the Surety Marketing Representative is responsible for traveling the assigned territory and making effective marketing calls to agents in order to meet personal and company production goals.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Generate new business, within an assigned territory, by promoting Old Republic's products and services to prospective agencies.
Vet and appoint new agencies.
Once appointed, provide the agencies with an onboarding experience and training on the online processing of bond requests, renewals, and cancellations.
Increase premium with existing agencies by building upon relationships and by educating the agencies on ways to refine the shared book of business.
Coordinate management visits with key agencies.
Collaborate with adjacent territories on the development of account-based Surety programs, ensuring consistent messaging is used.
Keep management advised of market factors; e.
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trends in the local economy, rates & commissions, agency prospects, non-performing agencies, territory-specific bond needs, etc.
Make budget recommendations to management; e.
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premium & loss projections, ways to reduce controllable expenses, assessments of the staff to agency ratio, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS: This position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of four years of related experience.
This position normally requires a high degree of travel by car, airplane, etc.
, up to 70% of the time, requiring one to continuously have a motor vehicle operator’s record that is considered satisfactory as defined by company and/or corporate procedures.
Working as a Surety Marketing Representative requires one to work independently and effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products is necessary.
Other skills necessary include excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational and accurate proofreading skills, the ability to maintain accurate records, the ability to exercise discretion with confidential information, strong attention to detail, and the ability to use a variety of office equipment.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: This position requires one to sit for extended periods of time and stand and/or walk occasionally.
The position requires one to occasionally push, pull, carry, and/or lift up to 10 pounds.
No personal protective equipment is required.
Ergonomic equipment is available to employees.
WHO ARE WE? Old Republic Surety Company underwrites contract, fidelity, and commercial bonds, serviced through a network of more than 4,500 independent insurance agencies.
Solutions provided include bid bonds, performance and payment bonds, and maintenance bonds for large, middle market and smaller growing contractors.
ORSC consistently offers superior service and creative underwriting options in all 50 states.
WHY OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY? Old Republic Surety Company offers numerous opportunities for our employees to grow and prosper.
We have a culture of growth from within and we support our employees’ pursuits in advancing their careers.
We offer this in an open-door, collaborative workplace that encourages and rewards both teamwork and individual contributions.
We want bright, passionate individuals who share our values and quest for success.
To learn more about our company culture and our outstanding benefits, please visit our website and watch this video.
COMPANY BENEFITS Financial: 401k Savings & Profit-Sharing Plan, including company match contribution Roth investment options 529 Education Savings Plan Employee Referral Bonus Program Health: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account options Life Insurance Vision Insurance Supplement Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Paid Leave of Absence Benefits Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance Work-Life Balance: 38.
75 hour standard work week Hybrid work opportunities available upon completion of training Casual business attire Generous paid time-off (PTO) Paid holidays Volunteer opportunities Company-sponsored events and outings Interested? Click ‘apply’ and follow some very simple steps to get your resume in front of the Talent Acquisition Team.
#LI-CP1 Old Republic Surety Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse workplace.