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Underwriting Quality AuditorArgo Group • Chicago, IL, US
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Underwriting Quality Auditor

Underwriting Quality Auditor

Argo Group • Chicago, IL, US
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Argo Group is a leader in specialty insurance with a vibrant culture built on respect, equality, wellness and opportunity. We’re an innovative organization that’s small enough to be agile and big enough to make a difference in our industry.

Our collaborative workplace is continuously evolving to ensure all employees feel :

  • Comfortable bringing their whole selves to work.
  • Confident that they will be treated respectfully.
  • Recognized for their performance and provided with equal opportunities to succeed.

At Argo, skill meets opportunity. If you’re wired to raise your hand and ask, “Where can I help?”, you’ll thrive with us.

The purpose of this job is to assist in the ongoing development of the Underwriting Audit function and perform day-to-day work to evaluate processes and controls for all Argo Group US underwriting business activities.

The role will work onsite (5 days per week) at one of our office locations : San Antonio, TX, Chicago, IL, New York City, NY, or Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities :

  • Audit underwriting files to ensure compliance and adherence to : Authority statements.Underwriting Guidelines.Underwriting processes / best practices.Contractual obligations with our partner carriers.
  • Participate in special projects and assist other corporate departments as necessary.
  • Review trade publications, maintain related manuals, and participate in meetings to stay informed about business unit and industry developments.
  • Participate in annual departmental planning meetings and other meetings, as necessary.
  • Perform other specific duties and projects as assigned by leadership.
  • Pursue personal and professional development by completing educational and departmental goals.
  • Participate in quality underwriting audit execution, including conducting audits and providing feedback and recommendations.
  • Participate in calibrating audit events to ensure consistent execution across the quality team.
  • Develop recommendations to improve business processes based on observations and audit data trends.
  • Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of underwriting experience with an Excess & Surplus or Property & Casualty Insurance Carrier.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in claims, compliance, or knowledge of multiple insurance lines.
  • Background in specialty lines of business such as Inland Marine, Workers Comp, and / or Garage Liability.
  • 4-year Degree from an accredited University.
  • Insurance certificates and designations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Forms.
  • A high degree of discipline and self-motivation while doing detailed audit work.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, and a high degree of interpersonal effectiveness with a demonstrated ability to articulate review findings and case for change to leaders across various profit centers.
  • The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.

    Illinois Pay Range : $97,100—$114,400 USD

    PLEASE NOTE : At this time, Argo Group will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization for this position.

    If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Argo Group, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.

    To all recruitment agencies : Unless you have been requested to work on this position, or other positions with Argo Group, please do not forward any resumes to Argo Group employees. Argo Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

    Argo Group International Holdings, Inc. (“Argo” or the “Company”) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, Ltd. (“BWS”), a New York and Toronto-listed public company. Argo, with over $8 billion of assets on its balance sheet, is a leading underwriter of specialty insurance products in the property and casualty (P&C) market, working with independent agents, wholesale brokers, and retail brokerage partners to deliver collaborative solutions for niche markets.

    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. BWS is backed by Brookfield Corporation, a leading global investment firm whose asset management business manages more than $1 trillion in assets as of September 30, 2024.

    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 our

    Our Benefits

    Developing our employees professionally and personally strengthens our organization.

    Argo Group offers an attractive Total Rewards package that includes :

  • A culture that recognizes performance and empowers employees to excel, offering competitive compensation and merit driven profit sharing.
  • Workplace policies that support employee well-being include flex time and floating holidays.
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options that employees can tailor to meet their personal and family needs. In addition to traditional health and wellness plans, benefits include dental, disability, life insurance, medical, and vision insurance, matching 401(k) retirement savings, 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 (up to 14 days) leave, employee assistance program (EAP), and an array of voluntary benefits.
  • Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform that offers continuous learning and professional development – magazine lists Argo among the Training "Top 125" Companies. Argo encourages career mobility and continuing education to pursue and maintain professional and industry designations, in addition to traditional university and higher education programs.
  • An inclusive culture that develops and sponsors diverse teams, encourages cross-functional engagement and collaboration, builds community through employee resource groups (ERGs), and provides an environment that welcomes ongoing dialogue, creative innovation, professional and personal development.
  • Active community outreach and volunteer programs.
  • A generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually.
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