Underwriter I, Environmental

Argo Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Argo Group in New York City seeks an Environmental Underwriter I to handle underwriting, marketing and processing for assigned lines. This is a 100% in-office role, with on-site work during standard business hours.

The team focuses on meeting production and broker-relations goals while collaborating across departments. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with underwriting experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university plus underwriting experience.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook & Word.
• Excellent organization, strong analytical, oral and written communication.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Customer service and teamwork with a professional attitude.
• Ability to evaluate data accuracy quickly.
• Communicate across organizational levels to cross-sell.
• Work independently with guidance.
• Participate in client/broker meetings; cross-sell products.
• Travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and analyze new business and renewal submissions.
• Support marketing initiatives and provide product/service info to brokers.
• Assist regional managers and product leaders in broker relations.
• Develop and maintain a submission pipeline to hit production goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

## Underwriter I, EnvironmentalApply: US NY - New York City: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R6000950**Company**Argo GroupArgo 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****Summary:**This is a production underwriting position responsible for marketing, underwriting and processing assigned lines of business.This is a 100% in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours.**Essential Responsibilities:*** Underwrite and analyze new business and renewal submissions.* Ensure our marketing initiatives are achieved and that consistent communication of our products and services are provided to our appointed brokers.* Assist regional manager and product leaders in further developing existing broker relations as well as establish new relationships to attract business opportunities.* Develop and maintain a submission pipeline sufficient to achieve overall production and business mix objectives.**Qualifications / Experience Required:*** Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university plus at least one year of underwriting or equivalent experience and education required.* Strong computer skills. Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word.* Excellent organization skills, very strong analytical, oral and written communication skills required.* The ability to meet tight deadlines is essential.* Strong customer service and teamwork skills and a professional attitude needed.* Must be able to quickly evaluate the accuracy of data and information.* Ability to interact and communicate with various levels of the organization to cross sell or address processing requirements.* Ability to work independently with guidance and procedures provided.* Actively participate in client and broker meetings, as required.* Use market contacts to bring in new business, gather and share market intelligence and cross sell various products.* Participate in special projects and assignments as requested.* Ability to travel*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.**For positions based in New York, the base salary range is $70,000 - $101,000, and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive and comprehensive benefits package.* ***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.**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.