Underwriter Excess Casualty

Summary

The job is an Underwriting position at Argo Group, a specialty insurance company. The role involves reviewing policies, determining risk acceptance, and communicating with brokers. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or related experience, adherence to underwriting guidelines, strong communication skills, and proficiency in using computer programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or two to five years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Adhere to underwriting guidelines established by the division
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Review policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority
• Determine whether to accept, modify, or decline risks
• Oversee and approve endorsements as indicated
• Resolve premium audit disputes within assigned territory
• Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state
• Consult with general agents/brokers to obtain further information, quote rates, or explain underwriting guidelines
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports
• Communicate with and manage broker partners to develop new growth opportunities
• Collaborate with actuarial and marketing to remediate unprofitable products or brokers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• 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, if needed
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Merit driven profit sharing
• Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options
• Dental, disability, life insurance, medical, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) retirement savings
• Generous paid time off (21 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, 3 floating holidays and a paid voluntary day)
• Paid caregiver and parental leave
• Paid bereavement, jury duty/court appearances, and military (up to 14 days) leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• An array of voluntary benefits
• Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform for continuous learning and professional development
• Active community outreach and volunteer programs
• Generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually