Argo Group is hiring a
Excess Casualty Underwriter, Remote - United States

Summary

The job is for an Excess Casualty underwriter at Argo Group, a specialty insurance company. The role involves underwriting new business and renewals according to guidelines, interacting with brokers, managing assigned territory, and other duties as assigned. The position can be remote or aligned to an Argo office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or two to five years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One to three years 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

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new Excess Casualty business and renewals according to authority level and established guidelines
• 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

Benefits

• Base salary range commensurate with candidate experience
• Eligibility for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance
• Generous benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, remote work, flexible hours, life and disability insurance, bonuses and incentives, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, family and parental leave