Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty (remote East)

Argo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We’re an innovative organization that’s small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry.  

Our flexible workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel: 

• Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work. 
• Confident that they will be treated respectfully. 
• Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed. 

At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you’re wired to raise your hand and ask, “Where can I help?”, you’ll thrive with us. 

We are seeking a talented Senior Underwriter to support the Excess Casualty team in the East.  Preferred locations would be Pennsylvania or Georgia but will consider qualified candidates working remotely within the East (Eastern time zone).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and price policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority both primary and supported excess.
•  Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges.
• Interact in person, via email, and by phone with wholesale brokers to obtain further risk-specific details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain company positions.
• Manage assigned underwriting territory, including management of agents and travel to agent offices.
• Oversee and approve endorsements as indicated.
• Resolve premium audit disputes within assigned territory.
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or one to three years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to 5 years of underwriting experience with authority, preferably in excess and surplus lines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Previous insurance educational work, IIA and CPCU desirable.
• Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.Colorado outside of Denver metro, Maryland, Nevada, and Rhode Island Pay Ranges:$107,500—$127,900 USDCalifornia outside of San Francisco metro area, Connecticut, Denver metro area, Washington State, and New York State (including Westchester County) Pay Ranges:$118,300—$140,700 USDNew York City and San Francisco metro areas Pay Ranges:$129,100—$153,600 USD

PLEASE NOTE:  At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400. 

To all recruitment agencies:  Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees.   Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. (NYSE: ARGO) is a global multiline underwriter of specialty insurance and reinsurance products in the property and casualty market. We help power the businesses that drive the world economy, offering a comprehensive line of high-quality products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of our clients. We foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity and design thinking, relies on innovation and agility, promotes collaborative service delivery, offers frequent, integrated communication and values authentic recognition of excellence. View our 2022 Environmental, Social & Governance Report to learn more about Argo.    

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We