Argo Group is hiring a
Underwriter I

Summary

Join our team as an Underwriter I, Environmental at Argo Group and work from our Chicago, IL office. This production underwriting position is responsible for marketing, underwriting, and processing assigned lines of business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in environmental science, engineering, geology or related field of study required
• At least one year of underwriting or equivalent experience and education required, preferably in environmental or casualty excess and surplus lines
• Strong computer skills. Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Excellent organization skills, very strong analytical, oral and written communication skills required
• The ability to meet tight deadlines is essential
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills and a professional attitude needed
• Must be able to quickly evaluate the accuracy of data and information
• Ability to interact and communicate with various levels of the organization to cross sell or address processing requirements
• Ability to work independently with guidance and procedures provided
• Actively participate in client and broker meetings, as required
• Use market contacts to bring in new business, gather and share market intelligence and cross sell various products
• Participate in special projects and assignments as requested
• Ability to travel

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and analyze new business and renewal submissions
• Ensure our marketing initiatives are achieved and that consistent communication of our products and services are provided to our appointed brokers
• Assist regional manager and product leaders in further developing existing broker relations as well as establish new relationships to attract business opportunities
• Develop and maintain a submission pipeline sufficient to achieve overall production and business mix objectives

Benefits

• Compressed hours, flex-time, job-sharing, remote work, sabbatical leave, and holiday hours
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options that employees can tailor to meet their personal and family needs
• 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 that offers continuous learning and professional development