Surety Underwriter

Regina, SK
On-site
Posted Sep 3, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Surety Underwriter will manage contract surety policies and pre-qualify construction businesses for bonding. They are also responsible for developing business relationships with brokers and contractors to support strategic growth.

Job details

Western Surety Company has an immediate opening for a Surety Underwriter to join its Regina team. Are you highly motivated with proven financial skills and the ability to build client relationships? We are looking for a qualified individual to join our forward-thinking team of surety professionals involved in the business of contract and commercial surety bonding throughout Canada. Western Surety Company is one of the largest writers of surety bonds for the construction industry in Canada and is an industry leader in the markets they serve. This position will be involved in the underwriting process to pre-qualify businesses for the construction industry as well as develop and maintain business relationships with brokers & clients and participate in industry events. You will be accountable for: Underwriting: Responsible for the maintaining, practicing and implementation of the contract surety policies, guidelines, procedures, and operating processes for the geographical area of responsibility including assigned contracting accounts and brokers. Service: Provide high levels of service to both internal and external stakeholders. Teamwork: Participate and contribute to a cohesive and functional group environment. Assist where needed and required through policy, procedure, guideline, underwriting support, and external business-related matters. Business Development: Promotion of the contract surety strategic plans through the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of these plans to targeted and existing brokers and contractors. What you will bring to the job: Post-Secondary degree, Commerce or Business Administration, preferably in accounting or finance. Analytical review of financial statements. Negotiating and marketing abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to problem solve. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. 2-3 years of related experience preferred. Surety, financial institution or construction experience would be considered an asset. What you will receive from us: Competitive salary, incentive pay, health benefits, pension and group RRSP; Additional benefits including children’s scholarship and a wellness program; Flexible, performance driven and merit based work environment; Comprehensive orientation, training and support; and Encouragement of lifelong learning through education and training opportunities. Western Surety is a member of The Hill Companies, a privately owned and multi-faceted organization. For more information on the company, please visit our website at www.westernsurety.ca. If you are looking for a career in an exciting and rewarding industry please apply with your resume in confidence through the Careers tab at www.hillcompanies.com.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should hold a post-secondary degree in Commerce or Business Administration with a focus on accounting or finance. At least 2-3 years of related experience in surety, finance, or construction is preferred.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Incentive pay
Health benefits
Pension
Group RRSP
Children’s scholarship
Wellness program
Training and support

Listed skills

Problem solving · Preferred
interpersonal skills · Preferred
Negotiation · Preferred
Communication · Preferred
Financial analysis · Preferred
Business development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

Surety underwriting
Financial statement analysis
Contract surety
Commercial surety
Business development
Relationship management
Negotiation
Marketing
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Problem solving
Financial analysis
Risk assessment
Self-Motivation
Analytical Review
Accounting
Underwriting
Business Development
Business Administration
Strategic Planning
Customer Relationship Building
Finance
Financial Statements
Interpersonal Communications
Problem Solving
Lifelong Learning
Teamwork

Job areas

Finance & Accounting
Construction
Management & Leadership
Surety Underwriter
Insurance Underwriter (General)
Insurance Representatives
Insurance Underwriters