The Environmental Division is actively recruiting Underwriters with flexibility for level and responsibilities based on experience. The underwriters can sit in any Argo office or be remote and will underwrite new and renewal Package and/or Casualty business within the Environmental Division, according to authority level and established guidelines.
Classes of Business that we underwrite (our insureds):
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Environmental Contractors & Environmental Consultants
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Manufacturers & Distributors of Environmental Products and Select Industrial Use Products with Pollution Exposures
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Environmental Facilities (Landfills, WWTPs, Recycling Facilities)
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Fire & Water Restoration Contractors
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General / Trade Contractors seeking Contractors Pollution Liability and/or Professional Liability
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All types of Real Estate seeking Premises Pollution
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Environmental Accounts seeking Excess Liability
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Storage Tank Pollution
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Underwrite Environmental Insurance coverage lines including General Liability, Contractors, Pollution Liability, Professional Liability, Premises Pollution Liability and Excess Liability.
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Review policies to verify acceptability based upon company underwriting guidelines and granted underwriting authority.
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Determine whether to accept, modify, or decline risks.
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Oversee and approve endorsements as indicated.
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Utilize underwriting tools to determine accurate classifications, rates, and premium charges.
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Consult with general agents/brokers to obtain further information, quote rates, or explain underwriting guidelines.
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Create, analyze, and interpret data from various reports.
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Manage assigned underwriting territory, including management of brokers and travel to broker offices.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Engineering, Geology or related field of study or environmental insurance experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Environmental Consulting experience is a plus. Includes but not limited to Phase I & Phase II investigations, Environmental Site Assessments, Remediation Projects, Environmental Compliance, Storage Tank work, etc., or,
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Underwriting experience, preferably in Environmental or Casualty excess and surplus lines is a plus, but not required.
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Strong oral and written communication skills. The successful candidate will be outgoing, and enjoy meeting people and building professional relationships.
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Detail oriented with initiative and the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment.
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A proven track record of A+ performance and exceeding expectations.
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Ability to travel.
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Excellent analytical skills.
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Very proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, ImageRight.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
PLEASE NOTE: At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.
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