AVP, Inland Marine Claims — Strategic Leader

Argo Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 166,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Argo Group in Chicago seeks an Assistant Vice President of Inland Marine Claims to lead our Inland Marine claims department, report to the SVP Specialty Claims, and partner with senior leaders to drive performance and strategic priorities.

You will guide complex files, manage third-party administrators, and implement data-driven improvements while recruiting and coaching a high-performing team in an in-office environment.

Qualifications

• Over a decade of Inland Marine claims expertise.
• Five-plus years leading teams and driving high performance.
• Advanced skills in claims resolution, settlement practices, and technical procedures.
• Strong business acumen, analytical decision-making, and resilience.
• Leadership with emotional intelligence and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Inland Marine Claims Department and drive operational excellence.
• Lead process improvements and cross-functional collaboration to boost efficiency.
• Recruit, coach, and retain high-performing claims professionals.
• Oversee third‑party administrators handling Ocean Marine claims and ensure program alignment.
• Model Argo’s values and foster a growth-oriented culture.

Skills

Inland Marine claims

Team leadership

Claims resolution

Executive communication

Process improvement

Tools

MS Office

Business software

Job description

Argo Group in Chicago seeks an Assistant Vice President of Inland Marine Claims to lead our Inland Marine claims department, report to the SVP Specialty Claims, and partner with senior leaders to drive performance and strategic priorities.

You will guide complex files, manage third-party administrators, and implement data-driven improvements while recruiting and coaching a high-performing team in an in-office environment.