New

AVP, P&C Underwriting

Argonaut Management Services, Inc
paid time off, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jul 22, 2025
Argo Group International Holdings, Inc.and American National, US based specialty P&C companies, (together known as BP&C, Inc.) are wholly owned subsidiaries of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, Ltd. ("BWS"), a New York and Toronto-listed public company. BWS is a leading wealth solutions provider, focused on securing the financial futures of individuals and institutions through a range of wealth protection and retirement services, and tailored capital solutions. Job Description Assistant Vice President, Underwriting As an Assistant Vice President of Property and Casualty Underwriting, you will be responsible for line profitability and oversight of departmental business operations. This will include planning, organizing, and driving strategy to continually elevate performance. To be successful, you will need to have standard or middle market underwriting experience in farm & ranch and commercial lines. You must demonstrate successful leadership of large teams, effective communication, and strong change management skills. How you will make an impact: Set direction for Underwriting appetite, guidelines, training, profitability, and growth for Farm & Ranch and Commercial lines Partner with leadership team(s) to support open communication focused on increasing/enhancing productivity, improving processes, and maintaining/sustaining a positive work environment Monitor efficiency and provide guidance for best practices surrounding Underwriting systems and processes; safeguarding that system changes and projects produce expected results and are aligned with strategic objectives and priorities Oversee daily business operations (managing team performance, closing gaps, and ensuring deadlines/goals are met) Manage referrals, approving complex risk within Underwriting authority Direct workflow to create highly productive teams to meet service goals Work cross-functionally and serve as a liaison between Underwriting and other business areas Collaborate with team members to discuss and create developmental plans for heightened progress Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Demonstrated understanding and success with standard or middle market general commercial underwriting; at least 10 years of relevant experience Display progressive leadership responsibility through career Possess experience with field underwriting, large account, loss control, and reinsurance placement Ability to navigate various computer programs simultaneously (Microsoft Office, Duck Creek, Guidewire, and internal systems) Estimated travel around 25% Relocation assistance will be considered accordingly Placement Locations: Glenmont, New York Springfield, Missouri Omaha, Nebraska Des Moines, Iowa Chicago, Illinois Richmond, VA Position is posted between 130K and 240K *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. Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Resumes submitted for this or any other position without prior authorization from Human Resources will be considered unsolicited. BWS and / or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions. 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. The collection of your personal information is subject to ourHR Privacy Notice 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.