Associate Underwriter, West

Arch Capital Group; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Arch Insurance is seeking an Associate Underwriter in Los Angeles for its Early Careers Program. The role combines underwriting training with real-world responsibilities in pricing, risk analysis, and broker servicing.

The program targets ambitious graduates starting in 2027 and offers hands-on development within a world-class insurance leader. The role is hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote) with a base salary of 70,000–75,000 USD and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Insurance & Risk Management, Business, Liberal Arts, Communications, Psychology, Finance, or relevant degree
• Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Marketing Arch products and services to wholesale and retail brokers
• Underwriting and pricing products with financial and exposure analysis
• Policy contract review and rating, claims review
• Binding new and renewal accounts according to underwriting philosophy
• Servicing brokers and customers

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Team player

Leadership potential

Proactive

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Insurance & Risk Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

## Associate Underwriter, WestApply: Hybrid Working: Los Angeles, CA United States of America: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R26\\_1097With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable PossibilitySM.**Job Description****Position Summary**This position is intended for a candidate seeking growth opportunity in a dynamic organization. The **Associate Underwriter** will join a specific business unit, as assigned, and will receive ongoing on-the-job training in their line of business. The Associate also will be part of the company’s **Early Career Program**. The Early Career Program Underwriting Track is a one-year training program geared toward ambitious college graduates looking to launch a high-performing career in underwriting with a world-wide insurance leader. During the one-year program, associates receive specialized training that can position them for career advancement and valuable industry certifications.**Responsibilities**As the Associate develops skill and gains experience, on-the-job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:* Marketing Arch products and services to wholesale and retail brokers* Underwriting and pricing products, including:* Financial analysis* Exposure analysis* Policy contract review and rating* Claims review* Binding new and renewal accounts according to our underwriting philosophy and strategy* Servicing our brokers and customers**Education & Required Skills*** Recently completed a Bachelor’ Degree in Insurance & Risk Management, Business, Liberal Arts, Communications, Psychology, Finance, or relevant degree.* Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher.* Highly proficient with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and Outlook.* Exemplary oral and written communication skills.* Analytical, with keen ability to think through issues.* Proactive; able to organize and prioritize to meet multiple demands and commitments.* Strong work ethic; team player; exhibits leadership potential. **Location & Work Arrangement*** The Early Careers Program (ECP) begins Summer 2027. A new hire for this role would start between January - June 2027.* This position is classified as a hybrid position. You will work 3 days onsite and 2 days from home.For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.70,000-75,000* Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.* Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits.