Insurance Agent - Surety & Fidelity Bonds in Athens

Date Posted: Monday, June 30, 2025

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Location: Remote (TN Residents Only) Job Type: Full-Time | Remote Compensation: $60,000+ Starting Salary + Annual Raises + Performance Bonuses

We are seeking a licensed and detail-oriented Insurance Agent specializing in surety and fidelity bonds to join our growing team. This is a remote role for professionals licensed in Tennessee, offering a competitive base salary, full employer-paid benefits, and long-term career growth.

As a Bond Agent, you will manage a portfolio of commercial clients requiring contract, license & permit, court, and fidelity bonds. You'll work directly with business owners and underwriters to secure and maintain bond coverage in compliance with state and industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise clients on appropriate bond types and underwriting requirements

  • Process new bond applications, endorsements, renewals, and cancellations

  • Analyze client financials and prepare underwriting submissions

  • Maintain accurate records using Applied Epic or AMS360

  • Ensure compliance with Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance bond licensing rules

  • Support overall commercial lines operations as needed

Required Qualifications:

  • Active Tennessee Property & Casualty (P&C) License

  • Must have or be willing to file a $25,000 Surety Bond with the state, per TDCI guidelines

  • 1+ year of experience in surety or commercial lines preferred

  • Experience using Applied Epic or AMS360 (Required)

  • Strong customer service, communication, and documentation skills

  • High attention to detail and understanding of contract terms and indemnity agreements

Benefits:

  • πŸ’° $60K+ Starting Salary

  • πŸ“ˆ Annual Raises + Performance Bonuses

  • πŸ₯ 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • πŸŽ“ College Scholarship Contributions (employee’s dependents eligible)

  • πŸ“š Paid Continuing Education (CE) Courses & License Renewals

  • πŸ–οΈ Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

  • πŸ’» Fully Remote – All equipment provided

This is a high-impact, client-facing position ideal for a motivated agent ready to grow in the niche field of commercial bonding. You’ll have the support of experienced leadership, robust training, and opportunities to expand your book of business with steady renewals and cross-sell potential.

πŸ“ Apply today or reach out to learn more about this opportunity to build a career in the bond insurance space — with a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.