.Job Title: Operations Surety Specialist NA for International BondsInternational Surety Bond SpecialistAbout the RoleAre you an expert in surety with strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy direct client contact?
This might be your next challenge:You will be responsible for servicing North America Surety clients with International Surety needs.
It includes timely and accurate handling of client/broker requests and inquiries and coordination through the lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include the following:Closely interact and coordinate with internal stakeholders in the International Surety Desk and Underwriters located in North America.Process and administer bonds in systems and tools, including checking and coordinating issuance of such documents and administering throughout their entire lifecycle.Support underwriting during the renewal processes.
Obtain quotes and coordinate with the client/broker regarding international bonds and guarantees, including drafting bond wordings.Administer syndicated loans, co-insurance, risk participation, and other complex transactions.Analyze and identify premium and fee discrepancies and determine appropriate measures.About the TeamCredit & Surety Operations is an emerging team transforming into a trusted partner, closely collaborating with the global Surety business teams.
We strive for high customer satisfaction and help the business achieve its profitable growth aspiration.
Our team is spread across many locations in Europe, Asia Pacific, as well as North and Latin America.
As part of the International Surety transformation project, we are implementing a new International Surety Model with new roles and responsibilities, standardizing and improving processes.
We are also extending our international surety partner network.About YouYou are aware of the importance of clients, understand their needs, and work with them to meet or exceed their expectations.
You take personal ownership of your day-to-day responsibilities, do not need close supervision, and are able to set the right priorities in the context of the business.You are a true team player, passionate about sharing your expertise and helping others grow.
Building and maintaining effective working relationships internally, externally, and with peers is easy for you.EducationCompleted commercial education, preferably banking specialist or bachelor degree in economics or law.
Associates Degree or job experience equivalent.ExperienceDirect/Reinsurance Experience with bonds placement especially in Latin America.Experience in dealing with network partners is a plus.Knowledge of bank guarantees and business is a plus.Basic knowledge and understanding of surety business as well as direct issuance and fronting.Basic knowledge of sanctions and AML procedures, commercial and company law, ICISA forms, and other international rules is a plus.Previous experience in client-facing role preferably in finance environment