AVP Underwriting, Environmental

Position Overview AVP, Underwriting – Environmental – Argo Group Key Responsibilities Command strategy and execution to exceed goals, championing growth and excellence. Lead and develop underwriting professionals and pivotal programs. Drive profitable growth by achieving monthly and annual production, profitability and portfolio performance goals (GWP, Loss Ratio, Combined Ratio). Make decisions based on deep insight, data‑driven analysis and bold judgment. Build influential relationships with brokers, set a gold standard for customer service and reinforce Argo Group’s reputation. Ignite a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and relentless learning within the team. Lead new business development: attend high‑profile broker and industry events, forge impactful connections and open doors throughout the Northeast. Required Qualifications 8+ years of Environmental/Excess Liability underwriting experience with expertise in US GL, Environmental and Excess Liability products. Refined technical mastery in insurance underwriting. Proven talent for leading, inspiring and developing underwriters into future stars. Sharp analytical skills to navigate financial statements and complex data. Exceptional broker communication, networking and relationship‑building prowess. Impeccable organizational and time management talents. Customer and sales‑focused behaviors: passionate, resilient, strategic, technically astute, proactive and accountable. Compensation & Benefits For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $185,900 – $223,100; the role is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the applicable incentive plan. Additional benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off and professional development opportunities. Application Information Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we do not sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar state or local law and wish to discuss reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact the Benefits Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employment 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 leave, disability (mental and physical), HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clearbrook Group Services Inc.