Argo Group International Holdings Ltd.
Senior Underwriter, Environmental
Argo Group International Holdings Ltd., Los Angeles, California, us, 90009
Argo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We're an innovative organization that's small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry.
Our flexible workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel:
* Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work.* Confident that they will be treated respectfully.* Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed.
At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you're wired to raise your hand and ask, "Where can I help?", you'll thrive with us.
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Underwriter, Environmental to join our team and work remotely out of the New York City Metropolitan area. This role will support the Environmental Team through effective underwriting of new and renewal Environmental business, according to authority level and established guidelines, participate in special projects, and provide mentoring for less experienced staff.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the role are:
* Underwrite Environmental Insurance coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors, Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution Liability and Excess Liability.* Manage assigned underwriting territory, including management of brokers and travel to broker offices.* Establish and communicate underwriting profit goals and other measurements including loss ratio, new business development, policy count, account retention, etc.* Analyze individual risks and book of business results to manage and control underwriting exposure and pricing strategy consistent with company objectives.* Cultivate and maintain relationships within and outside Argo Group to develop and drive new business opportunities. Work with internal and external business units to develop joint business plans, value propositions and cross-marketing programs.* Represent the company at networking functions and other industry-related events that present and promote departmental initiatives to other external constituencies as appropriate.* Cultivate and maintain relationships within and outside Argo Group to develop and drive new business opportunities.* Collaborate with internal and external business units to develop joint business plans, value propositions and cross-marketing programs.* Act as a role model demonstrating belief in, and commitment to, the aspiration values of Argo Group, continuing to build and lead a value-based organization committed to long-term success.* Other duties as assigned.
Core qualifications and requirements for this position include:
* Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology or related field of study required.* At least five years underwriting experience required, preferably in environmental or casualty excess and surplus lines.* Environmental Consulting experience is a plus. Includes but not limited to Phase I & Phase II investigations, Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation Projects, Environmental Compliance, Storage Tank work, etc., or,* Strong oral and written communication skills.* The successful candidate will be outgoing and enjoy meeting people and building professional relationships.* Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.* A proven track record of A+ performance and exceeding expectations.* Ability to travel.* Excellent analytical skills.* Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, ImageRight.
PLEASE NOTE: At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.
If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.
To all recruitment agencies: Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees. Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. 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 company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Reinsurance Ltd. Argo and its insurance subsidiaries are rated 'A-' by Standard and Poor's. Argo's insurance subsidiaries are rated 'A-' by A.M. Best. More information about Argo is available at www.argogroup.com.
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 Notice
Our Benefits
Developing our employees professionally and personally strengthens our organization.
Argo Group offers an attractive Total Rewards package that includes:
* A culture that recognizes performance and empowers employees to excel, offering competitive compensation and merit driven profit sharing.
* Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being include 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. In addition to traditional health and wellness plans, benefits include 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), and an array of voluntary benefits.
* Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform that offers continuous learning and professional development - Training magazine lists Argo among the Training "Top 125" Companies. Argo encourages career mobility and continuing education to pursue and maintain professional and industry designations, in addition to traditional university and higher education programs.
* An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams, encourages cross-functional engagement and collaboration, builds community through employee resource groups (ERGs), and provides an environment that welcomes ongoing dialogue, creative innovation, professional and personal development.
* Active community outreach and volunteer programs.
* A generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually.
Our flexible workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel:
* Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work.* Confident that they will be treated respectfully.* Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed.
At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you're wired to raise your hand and ask, "Where can I help?", you'll thrive with us.
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Underwriter, Environmental to join our team and work remotely out of the New York City Metropolitan area. This role will support the Environmental Team through effective underwriting of new and renewal Environmental business, according to authority level and established guidelines, participate in special projects, and provide mentoring for less experienced staff.
The primary duties and responsibilities of the role are:
* Underwrite Environmental Insurance coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors, Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution Liability and Excess Liability.* Manage assigned underwriting territory, including management of brokers and travel to broker offices.* Establish and communicate underwriting profit goals and other measurements including loss ratio, new business development, policy count, account retention, etc.* Analyze individual risks and book of business results to manage and control underwriting exposure and pricing strategy consistent with company objectives.* Cultivate and maintain relationships within and outside Argo Group to develop and drive new business opportunities. Work with internal and external business units to develop joint business plans, value propositions and cross-marketing programs.* Represent the company at networking functions and other industry-related events that present and promote departmental initiatives to other external constituencies as appropriate.* Cultivate and maintain relationships within and outside Argo Group to develop and drive new business opportunities.* Collaborate with internal and external business units to develop joint business plans, value propositions and cross-marketing programs.* Act as a role model demonstrating belief in, and commitment to, the aspiration values of Argo Group, continuing to build and lead a value-based organization committed to long-term success.* Other duties as assigned.
Core qualifications and requirements for this position include:
* Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology or related field of study required.* At least five years underwriting experience required, preferably in environmental or casualty excess and surplus lines.* Environmental Consulting experience is a plus. Includes but not limited to Phase I & Phase II investigations, Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation Projects, Environmental Compliance, Storage Tank work, etc., or,* Strong oral and written communication skills.* The successful candidate will be outgoing and enjoy meeting people and building professional relationships.* Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.* A proven track record of A+ performance and exceeding expectations.* Ability to travel.* Excellent analytical skills.* Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, ImageRight.
PLEASE NOTE: At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.
If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.
To all recruitment agencies: Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees. Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd. 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 company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Reinsurance Ltd. Argo and its insurance subsidiaries are rated 'A-' by Standard and Poor's. Argo's insurance subsidiaries are rated 'A-' by A.M. Best. More information about Argo is available at www.argogroup.com.
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 Notice
Our Benefits
Developing our employees professionally and personally strengthens our organization.
Argo Group offers an attractive Total Rewards package that includes:
* A culture that recognizes performance and empowers employees to excel, offering competitive compensation and merit driven profit sharing.
* Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being include 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. In addition to traditional health and wellness plans, benefits include 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), and an array of voluntary benefits.
* Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform that offers continuous learning and professional development - Training magazine lists Argo among the Training "Top 125" Companies. Argo encourages career mobility and continuing education to pursue and maintain professional and industry designations, in addition to traditional university and higher education programs.
* An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams, encourages cross-functional engagement and collaboration, builds community through employee resource groups (ERGs), and provides an environment that welcomes ongoing dialogue, creative innovation, professional and personal development.
* Active community outreach and volunteer programs.
* A generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually.