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Company

Argo Group

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.

Job Description

Senior Underwriter, Primary Casualty, Argo Group

At Argo Group, we invite you to elevate your career as a Senior Underwriter, Primary Casualty, joining a vibrant team with a bold vision for growth and innovation based out of any of our offices.

Make Your Mark at Argo Group

Are you ready to be a catalyst for change? Our underwriting teams are trailblazers, delivering cutting-edge insurance solutions in Inland Marine, Casualty, Construction, Environmental, and Specialty Lines. We're not simply adapting to a changing world; we're leading the transformation by reimagining how we serve our clients, redesigning our operating model, and crafting new career journeys.

At Argo Group, you'll discover the space to unleash your potential, become a thought leader, and make a lasting difference for both our clients and the entire organization.

How You Will Create an Impact

• Evaluate and underwrite new and renewal submissions within your assigned territory to ensure profitable growth.
• Bringing our brand to life by ensuring consistent and impactful communication of our products and services to retail and wholesale brokers.
• Expanding broker relationships, both by strengthening existing partnerships and intentionally cultivating new ones in key markets.
• Representing Argo Group in client and broker meetings, demonstrating expertise and elevating customer experience.
• Building and managing a strong submission pipeline aligned with production goals and business mix targets.
• Leveraging market insights, using your contacts to generate business, gather intelligence, and cross‑sell complementary products.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• In-depth knowledge of US GL and Supported Excess, including product nuances, compliance, and risk management that comes with your 5+ years of Primary Casualty underwriting experience.
• Proficient negotiation and insurance underwriting skills.
• Adaptable and able to thrive within the ever-evolving market.
• Sharp analytical skills to navigate financial statements and complex data.
• Significant broker communication, networking, and relationship-building aptitude.
• Disciplined focus on execution, accuracy, and follow‑through with a sense of urgency.
• Outstanding organizational and time management talents.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We look forward to your application.

At Argo, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

The base salary range is $136,900 - $163,000 (based on experience and location). Additionally, this position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. We're proud to offer a range of competitive and comprehensive benefits packages.

PLEASE 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 210-321-8400.

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.

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Benefits and Compensation

We 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.