In-Office Construction Underwriter II (Owners)

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Argo Group in Albany seeks a production underwriter to market, underwrite and process policies. This 100% in-office role requires on-site work with brokers and internal teams during standard hours.

You will analyze risk, price policies, review state laws, and contribute to data reports; a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years underwriting experience are expected, with growth opportunities and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years related insurance experience.
• Three years underwriting experience with authority, preferably in FI lines.
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth.
• Advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrates an understanding and ability to effectively engage in the negotiation process.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Previous insurance educational work, IIA and CPCU designation preferred.
• Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Review and price policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority.
• Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges.
• Interact in person, via email, and by phone with brokers to obtain further risk-specific details, negotiate terms and pricing, and explain company positions.
• Manage assigned portfolio in underwriting territory, including the performance (GWP, loss ratio) of assigned brokers.
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports/dashboards.
• Complete underwriting analysis and maintain complete underwriting file.
• Resolve audit disputes within assigned territory.
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.
• Participate in educational sessions within the department.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Argo Group in Albany seeks a production underwriter to market, underwrite and process policies. This 100% in-office role requires on-site work with brokers and internal teams during standard hours.

You will analyze risk, price policies, review state laws, and contribute to data reports; a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years underwriting experience are expected, with growth opportunities and a strong benefits package.