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Common Sense Underwriting
First Class Experiences

Delivering common sense underwriting and first class experiences drives us every day.

The Merchants common sense difference means an entire company of surety experts has your back because surety is what we do.

No checklists
No inflexible minimums or ratios

Just YES to the best agents, accounts and associates.


Merchants Bonding does everything right - common sense underwriting with a focus on meaningful technological innovation - all with an eye on customer service to their agents and clients.

Contract Bonds

Contract surety bonds provide financial security and construction assurance on building and construction projects.

Commercial / Fidelity Bonds

Commercial surety bonds guarantee that certain obligations of a principal will be performed.

Claims

Our claims professionals take a common sense and proactive approach to handling claims to ensure completion of bond obligations.
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Careers

Merchants Bonding Company is dedicated not only to ensuring our associates have opportunities for growth, but actively encouraging and supporting that growth. We believe providing the right tools and resources within an inclusive culture allows associates to perform at their highest level.

Current Job Openings

“We value a positive and collaborative workplace culture through trust, loyalty and respect.”

Philanthropy

  • Volunteer Time Off
  • Community Outreach Council
  • Year-round Company Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Matching Gift Program

Work/Life Fit

  • 37.5 Hour Work Week
  • Work/Life Integration
  • Employment Opportunities Nationwide
  • Dress for Your Day
  • Infants in the Workplace
  • Pregnancy Leave
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay/Floating Holidays
  • Birthday Time Off
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Education Day Off

Healthy Mind & Body

  • Flu Shot Clinic
  • Fitness Center
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Activity Reimbursement
  • Wellness Speakers/Programs
  • Wellness Participation Discounts
  • Life Advisor Coach
  • No-cost Virtual Mental Wellness Counseling

Compensation & Retirement Programs

  • 401(k) with Company Match & Roth Option
  • Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus Program
  • Long Term Incentive Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Departmental Professional Advancement

Education/Career Development

  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Industry Designations
  • Annual In-house Training Opportunities
  • Position-specific Certifications/Memberships
  • Employee Resource Groups

Health/Supplementary Benefits

  • Accident Plans
  • Critical Illness Plans
  • Legal Assistance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Three Levels of Medical Insurance, Including No-Cost Option
  • Prescription Plan with Mail Order Service
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance (company paid)
  • Short Term Disability (company paid)
  • Long Term Disability (company paid)
  • Flex Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Telemedicine
  • Health Advocate Resource
  • Savings Club
  • Pet Insurance

NEWS

She Leads Summit 2025

May 9, 2025

At Merchants Bonding Company, empowering women to lead with confidence and purpose is a lasting commitment. The 2nd Annual She Leads Summit, hosted at the company’s West… read more

Supporting Communities Through Giving

May 8, 2025

Merchants Bonding Company™ proudly supports the giving priorities of our associates and valued partners and aims to make a difference in the communities we’re a part of,… read more

A Lot to Celebrate! 2024 Annual Report

April 24, 2025

Being ranked the 8th largest surety in the U.S. is just ONE of the reasons we’re celebrating our performance across 2024! We invite you to explore our 2024 Annual Report… read more

Merchants Named 2025 United Way Champion

April 17, 2025

Merchants Bonding Company™ was named 2025 Live United Champion by the United Way of Central Iowa. This award recognizes organizations that have shown outstanding… read more