Account Coordinator - Surety Bonds

Woodruff Sawyer’s Construction and Real Estate Practice is seeking a driven, collaborative and dynamic Account Coordinator. The individual will provide support to Surety Account Managers and Account Executives with the goal of servicing the surety needs of our construction and commercial surety accounts. Based in our Honolulu office, the selected candidate will join an office that was recently chosen as one of the Best Places to Work. Responsibilities will include securing underwriting information, issuing bid and final bonds, and preparing pre-qualification letters. The Account Coordinator will also have the opportunity to collaborate with other practices at Woodruff-Sawyer, including Accounting, IT and P&C.

The individual will participate in in-depth Surety trainings, including online courses, reviews of internal guidelines and procedures, as well as gain practical experience under the supervision of the Surety Account Managers.

If you are interested in furthering your career in insurance and risk management with a dynamic and innovative company, this position is for you! We also offer an array of perks, including a flexible work schedule, education reimbursement, robust retirement plans, company and team events, charity fundraising, and a variety of other wellness activities.

Required Skills:

• Professional communication skills – oral, written, phone and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and build client relationships
• Problem-solving skills; the ability to apply business fundamentals to a variety of industries, clients and risk scenarios
• Strong analytical, organization and time management skills
• Ability to be a team player and work with all practices
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook; PowerPoint desired
• Ability to be self-starter and capable of working independently
• Ability to follow specific document management protocols in conjunction with other W/S offices

 Required Experience:

• Minimum 1 year brokerage or insurance experience
• College degree preferred
• HI Broker's license required or obtain within 90 days of hire