Underwriter II

Argo Pro currently has a challenging opportunity for an Underwriter II in their Architects and Engineers (A&E) and Miscellaneous Professional Liability (MPL) team.

DUTIES AND 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 underwriting territory, including the performance (GWP, loss ratio) of assigned brokers.
• Oversee and approve endorsements as indicated.
• Resolve premium audit disputes within assigned territory.
• Review state laws, including cancellation and non-renewal, within assigned territory to properly transact business within the state.
• Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports/dashboards.
• Conduct educational sessions within the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or three plus years related insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years' underwriting experience with authority, preferably in excess and surplus lines.
• Clear understanding of the Professional Lines marketplace.
• Proven track record of driving profitable growth.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent working rapport with brokerage community.
• Ability to travel.
• Advanced working knowledge of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.