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Arch Capital Group

Underwrites insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage insurance

Branch Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 12/9/26
No salary listed
Expert
Southampton, UK
Hybrid
InsuranceUnderwriting

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience at a management or senior management level is required.
  • Candidates should currently be working in the market with a good track record of leading a high-performing team and strong contacts with commercial and corporate brokers across the region.
  • Candidates should have a proven ability to market to senior individuals in the industry.
  • Candidates should have strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with management at senior and executive levels.
Responsibilities
  • Understand client company underwriting philosophy, coverage, and risk hazards.
  • Apply Arch underwriting philosophy to risk analysis for technical rate determination and apply Arch risk appetite philosophy for capacity determination.
  • Execute the branch marketing plan, understand individual client company operating goals and structure, develop senior client relationships, and provide timely, quality service.
  • Determine and negotiate market price, terms, and conditions.
  • Attract and retain a strong employee base by providing leadership and performance management, promoting teamwork, and maintaining a conducive office environment.
  • Manage the business efficiently in processes and appropriately in expenses, and enhance Arch’s and the branch manager’s reputation in the marketplace.
  • Maintain frequent contact with staff and the technical support unit to clarify and obtain information.
Desired Qualifications
  • CII or higher is preferred.

About the company

Arch Capital Group Ltd. operates globally in three segments: Insurance, Reinsurance, and Mortgage. The Insurance segment covers specialty lines, the Reinsurance segment handles property and casualty risk, and the Mortgage segment provides mortgage insurance and reinsurance products. The company underwrites policies, sets premiums to match risk, and earns investment income from premiums and investments. By focusing on disciplined underwriting, risk management, and capital allocation, Arch Capital aims to maintain financial strength and sustainable profitability while growing through prudent risk transfer.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Hamilton, Bermuda

Founded

1995

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 operating income reached $893 million, despite $201 million catastrophe losses.
  • Book value per share rose to $68.04 by June 30, 2026.
  • Arch’s June 2026 leadership consolidation under Maamoun Rajeh sharpens accountability across segments.

What critics are saying

  • Q2 2026 net premiums written fell 6.9%, showing slowing growth into softening markets.
  • Insurance segment underwriting income dropped to $27 million in Q2 2026, pressuring profitability.
  • Higher-priced 2036 and 2056 notes replaced cheaper 2026 debt, lifting future interest costs.

What makes Arch Capital Group unique

  • Arch’s 25-year underwriting record produced 18.0% Q2 2026 annualized ROE.
  • Arch’s three-segment model diversifies specialty insurance, reinsurance, and mortgage earnings.
  • Arch repurchased $1.95 billion in 2026 first-half shares, signaling capital discipline.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Associated Press
Jul 9th, 2026
Arch Insurance launches US transactional liability team to expand risk insurance capabilities

Arch Insurance North America has launched a new US-based transactional liability team to expand its transactional risk insurance capabilities. The business will initially focus on Representations & Warranties and Tax coverage products. The new team is led by William Carson, who joined Arch from Everest where he served as Head of Transactional Risk, North America. Carson reports to Chris Christon, Senior Vice President, Executive Assurance. Arch Insurance has been active in the transactional risk market for over 15 years through various partners and channels across North America, Bermuda and the United Kingdom. The direct US platform complements Arch's existing distribution model and multi-channel approach. Anne Hardner, Executive Vice President, Executive Assurance for Arch Insurance, said the expansion reflects Arch's broader commitment to the transactional risk marketplace and will allow the company to strengthen its market presence and better serve brokers and clients.

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