Full-Time

Underwriter 1

Environmental

Updated on 9/9/2026

Argo Group

Argo Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Underwrites specialty insurance and risk management

Compensation Overview

$70k - $101k/yr

+ Bonus

No H1B Sponsorship

New York, NY, USA

In Person

This is a 100% in-office position at a designated company office.

Bachelor's

Category
Insurance (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Marketing
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Microsoft Outlook

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree from an accredited university and at least one year of underwriting or equivalent experience and education.
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, oral communication, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Customer service, teamwork, and a professional attitude.
  • Ability to quickly evaluate the accuracy of data and information.
  • Ability to interact and communicate with various levels of the organization to cross-sell products or address processing requirements.
  • Ability to work independently with guidance and procedures provided.
  • Ability to travel.
Responsibilities
  • Underwrite and analyze new business and renewal submissions.
  • Ensure marketing initiatives are achieved and consistently communicate products and services to appointed brokers.
  • Assist the regional manager and product leaders in developing existing broker relationships and establishing new relationships to attract business opportunities.
  • Develop and maintain a submission pipeline sufficient to achieve overall production and business mix objectives.
  • Actively participate in client and broker meetings as required.
  • Use market contacts to bring in new business, gather and share market intelligence, and cross-sell various products.
  • Participate in special projects and assignments as requested.

Argo Limited operates in the specialty insurance space, offering tailored risk management and insurance solutions for clients with complex or niche risks. It underwrites insurance policies, handles claims, and invests premiums to generate income that supports profitability. The company differentiates itself by focusing on niche sectors such as construction, marine, and energy, applying expert risk assessment rather than relying on generic policies. Its goal is to build long-term client relationships through reliable coverage, disciplined risk management, and commitments to corporate responsibility and community engagement.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Pembroke, Bermuda

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • January 2026 rebranding to Clearbrook signals Brookfield's continued capital commitment.
  • April 2026 Donahue interview stressed profitability, portfolio exits, and selective growth.
  • Julie Saunders and Kevin Madigan hires strengthen inland marine and capital management depth.

What critics are saying

  • Brookfield owns Clearbrook entirely, so Argo lacks strategic independence after 2023.
  • Timberline filed against Argo US in August 2026, signaling ongoing claims exposure.
  • Brand fragmentation across Argo Casualty, Argo Specialty, and Farm Family confuses hiring and execution.

What makes Argo Group unique

  • Clearbrook's 2026 name change keeps Argo as a focused specialty P&C brand.
  • Chris Donahue leads Argo after Brookfield's 2023 acquisition, sharpening underwriting discipline.
  • Argo targets niche casualty, inland marine, garage, and Bermuda property lines.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement Leave

Military Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
Insurance Journal
Mar 24th, 2025
Argo Group Promotes CFO Donahue to CEO; Chan Now CFO

Argo Group promotes CFO Donahue to CEO; Chan now CFO.

Reinsurance News
Mar 24th, 2025
Argo names Chris Donahue as CEO

With this is mind, David Chan has been named as Argo's Chief Financial Officer, having served as Argo's Chief Accounting Officer since 2022.

StockTitan
Feb 19th, 2025
Willis appoints Helen Campbell Head of Property Wordings in North America

Campbell joins from Argo Group, where she served as Senior Vice President and Head of Contract Wordings.

The Royal Gazette
Oct 16th, 2024
Kevin Madigan joins Argo Group

Bermuda market veteran Kevin Madigan has been appointed as head of Capital Management at Argo Group.

Earnix
Oct 9th, 2024
Earnix Appoints US Insurance Leader Jessica Buss to its Board of Directors

Jessica Buss joined Argo Group in August 2022 as Chief Executive Officer, where she is responsible for setting the strategic direction for the company and managing its overall operations.