Senior Underwriter, Environmental

Argo Group - San Antonio, TX

Full-time - Senior

Remote - San Antonio, TX

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Senior Underwriter, Environmental at Argo Group is responsible for underwriting new and renewal Environmental business, managing assigned underwriting territory, and mentoring less experienced staff. This role requires effective communication and relationship-building skills to drive new business opportunities while adhering to established guidelines and authority levels.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite Environmental Insurance coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors, Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution Liability and Excess Liability.
• Manage assigned underwriting territory, including management of brokers and travel to broker offices.
• Establish and communicate underwriting profit goals and other measurements including loss ratio, new business development, policy count, account retention, etc.
• Analyze individual risks and book of business results to manage and control underwriting exposure and pricing strategy consistent with company objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships within and outside Argo Group to develop and drive new business opportunities.
• Work with internal and external business units to develop joint business plans, value propositions and cross-marketing programs.
• Represent the company at networking functions and other industry-related events that present and promote departmental initiatives to other external constituencies as appropriate.
• Act as a role model demonstrating belief in, and commitment to, the aspiration values of Argo Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology or related field of study required.
• At least five years underwriting experience required, preferably in environmental or casualty excess and surplus lines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, ImageRight.

Nice-to-haves

• Environmental Consulting experience is a plus, including but not limited to Phase I & Phase II investigations, Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation Projects, Environmental Compliance, Storage Tank work.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and merit driven profit sharing.
• Flexible workplace policies including compressed hours, flex-time, job-sharing, remote work, sabbatical leave, and holiday hours.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options including dental, disability, life insurance, medical, and vision insurance.
• Matching 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off (21 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, 3 floating holidays and a paid voluntary day).
• Paid caregiver and parental leave, paid bereavement, jury duty/court appearances, and military leave.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) and an array of voluntary benefits.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities through Argo Academy.
• An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams and encourages community outreach and volunteer programs.