Senior Underwriter, Inland Marine

CompanyArgo GroupArgo Group is an underwriter of specialty insurance products in the property and casualty market. Argo offers a full line of products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of businesses. The Argo entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc.Job DescriptionArgo / Farm Family currently has a challenging opportunity for an Underwriter in its Inland Marine line of business. This is a production underwriting position responsible for marketing, underwriting, and processing assigned lines of business.The role will work onsite daily at our Chicago office (24 E Washington).The primary duties and responsibilities of the role are:Review and price policies to verify acceptability based upon the company's underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority.Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges.Interact in person, via email, and by phone with brokers to obtain additional risk-specific details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain the company's positions.Manage assigned portfolio in underwriting territory, including the performance (GWP, loss ratio) of assigned brokers.Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports/dashboards.Complete underwriting analysis and maintain a complete underwriting file.Resolve audit disputes within the assigned territory.Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within the assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.Participate in educational sessions within the department.Core qualifications and requirements for this position include:Three-plus years of related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of educationThree years of underwriting experience with authorityProven track record of driving profitable growthAdvanced knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and OutlookDemonstrates an understanding and ability to effectively engage in the negotiation processStrong oral and written communication skillsPrevious insurance educational work, IIA, and CPCU designation preferredDetail-oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environmentExcellent analytical skillsAbility to travelThe base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate's 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.Chicago Pay Range: $107,916 - $134,232PLEASE NOTE:Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Notice to Recruitment Agencies:Resumes submitted for this or any other position without prior authorization from Human Resources will be considered unsolicited. BWS and / or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.The collection of your personal information is subject to our HR Privacy NoticeBenefits and CompensationWe offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr