Senior Surety Representative

Introduction

At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they’re free to grow, lead, and innovate. You’ll be backed by our digital ecosystem: a client-centric suite of consulting tools making it easier for you to meet your clients where they want to be met. Advanced data and analytics providing a comprehensive overview of the risk landscape is at your fingertips. Here, you’re not just improving clients' risk profiles, you’re building trust. You’ll find a culture grounded in teamwork, guided by integrity, and fueled by a shared commitment to do the right thing. We value curiosity, celebrate new ideas, and empower you to take ownership of your career while making a meaningful impact for the businesses we serve. If you’re ready to bring your unique perspective to a place where your work truly matters; think of Gallagher.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! We currently have an existing vacancy within our organization, so, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Surety Representative to join our Victoria Surety team. This senior-level opportunity is ideal for an experienced surety professional who brings strong technical expertise, commercial judgment, and established market relationships and is interested in applying that experience within a brokerage environment.

Working across Contract and Commercial Surety, the successful candidate will play an important role in managing complex surety requirements, strengthening client and market relationships, and contributing to the continued growth of the business.

How you'll make an impact

• Review and analyze financial statements, contracts, and support financial information for existing and prospective Contract Surety clients.
• Negotiate larger and more complex bond requests with underwriters to achieve appropriate solutions for clients.
• Manage the Commercial Surety portfolio, including complex client and market requirements.
• Provide senior-level oversight and continuity for the surety book as required.
• Participate in client meetings as a senior technical resource, providing surety expertise, market insight, and strategic guidance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, underwriters, and carrier partners.
• Identify and support new business opportunities and contribute to the continued growth of the Surety operation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide responsive, seamless, and high-quality client service.

About you

• Significant experience within the Surety industry, ideally with a background in surety underwriting, brokerage, or a combination of both.
• Post-secondary education in business, finance, accounting, insurance, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience.
• CAIB, CIP, or another relevant insurance or surety designation is considered an asset.
• Strong technical knowledge of Contract and Commercial Surety.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing financial statements, contracts, and other information relevant to surety risk.
• Experience negotiating complex bond requirements and working effectively with surety markets.
• Strong commercial judgment, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to develop trusted relationships with clients, underwriters, and industry partners.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.