Construction Underwriter II — Growth & Analytics

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Argo Group in Richmond is seeking a production underwriter to market, underwrite, and process assigned lines of business. This is a 100% in-office position requiring on-site work during standard hours.

You will review and price policies, interact with brokers, and manage an assigned portfolio while supporting profitability targets. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience are required; a CPCU/IIA designation is preferred. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three-plus years related insurance experience
• Three years underwriting experience with authority
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth
• Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented with initiative and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel
• IIA and CPCU designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and price policies to verify acceptability based on underwriting guidelines and authority
• Use underwriting tools to determine classifications, rates, and premium charges
• Interact with brokers to obtain risk details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain positions
• Manage portfolio in underwriting territory and monitor broker performance
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from reports/dashboards
• Complete underwriting analysis and maintain files
• Resolve audit disputes within territory
• Review state laws and regulations to transact business properly
• Participate in educational sessions within the department

Skills

Underwriting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

IIA/CPCU designation preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Argo Group in Richmond is seeking a production underwriter to market, underwrite, and process assigned lines of business. This is a 100% in-office position requiring on-site work during standard hours.

You will review and price policies, interact with brokers, and manage an assigned portfolio while supporting profitability targets. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience are required; a CPCU/IIA designation is preferred. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.