Full-Time

Underwriter 2

Posted on 5/12/2026

Argo Group

Argo Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Underwrites specialty insurance and risk management

Compensation Overview

$56k - $70k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Albany, NY, USA + 1 more

More locations: Omaha, NE, USA

In Person

Five days in-office per week; occasional travel to broker/agent meetings.

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Based out of the office in Omaha, Nebraska or Albany, New York
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available
  • Proven sharp analytical skills to navigate applications, risk information, and form language
  • Adaptable and able to thrive within the ever-evolving market
  • Significant communication, networking, and relationship-building aptitude
  • Disciplined focus on execution, accuracy, and follow-through with a sense of urgency
  • Outstanding organizational and time management talents
  • Ability to travel a few times a year to the field to meet with brokers and agents
Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and underwrite new business submissions within the assigned territory to ensure profitable growth
  • Bringing the brand to life by ensuring consistent and impactful communication of our products and services to agents and brokers
  • Represent Farm Family in client and agent meetings, demonstrating expertise and elevating the customer experience
  • Build and manage a strong submission pipeline aligned with production goals and business mix targets
  • Leveraging market insights, using your contacts to generate business, gathering intelligence, and cross-selling complementary products
Desired Qualifications
  • Moderate knowledge of farming or agriculture industry is highly preferred

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

  • Brookfield Reinsurance’s $1.1 billion acquisition delivers enhanced financial resources.
  • Kevin Madigan strengthens capital management with Bermuda market expertise.
  • Julie Saunders bolsters inland marine capabilities from Markel experience.

What critics are saying

  • Brookfield acquisition delists Argo shares and ends independent operations.
  • Integration dilutes Argo’s niche focus through resource reallocation.
  • Leadership changes with Donahue as CEO disrupt claims handling expertise.

What makes Argo Group unique

  • Argo excels in specialty insurance for niche high-risk sectors like construction, marine, and energy.
  • Cyber Sphere provides digital cyber-risk insurance with preventive tools for small businesses.
  • Ariel Re diversifies revenue through global reinsurance via Bermuda and Lloyd’s syndicates.

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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

Company News

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.

Stock Titan
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.