Underwriter, General Construction

Underwriter - General Construction

Argo 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.

Argo Group currently has a challenging opportunity for an Underwriter in their General Construction line of business. This is a production underwriting position responsible for marketing, underwriting and processing assigned lines of business. The role will work onsite (5 days per week) at our Los Angeles office location.

The primary duties and responsibilities of the role are:

• Review and price policies to verify acceptability based upon company 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 further risk-specific details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain company 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 complete underwriting file.
• Resolve audit disputes within assigned territory.
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.
• Participate in educational sessions within the department.

Core qualifications and requirements for this position include:

• Bachelor's degree and three-plus years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education
• Three years underwriting experience with authority
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth
• Advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrates an understanding and ability to effectively engage in the negotiation process
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Previous insurance educational work, IIA and CPCU designation preferred
• Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to travel

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.

• Los Angeles Range: $108,018 - $127,194

We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits programincluding health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.