Account Manager, New York Construction

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

Argo Group currently has a challenging opportunity for an Account Manager in their New York Construction line of business. This position will provide support and assistance to the overall underwriting function through customer service, processing of various underwriting transactions, data research and analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze and negotiate complex endorsement requests and handle within established service standards.
• Assist with triage of submissions to determine risk selection acceptability including processing declinations or identify and/or obtain essential information required for quoting purposes.
• Conduct underwriting file analysis, including identifying forms and endorsements used in policy construction.
• Assist underwriters in carrying out their essential duties and responsibilities to enhance the overall performance of the division through utilization of systems and guidelines as provided.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with underwriters, customers and business partners to provide high quality service to clients.
• Setup rating, issue binders, and send out quotes on behalf of the underwriters
• Interact with brokers to assist with follow up for underlying information, subjectivities as well as addressing account inquiries.
• Thorough review and analysis of inspection reports including follow up with brokers on observations that affect coverage implications.
• Thorough review, analysis and processing of premium audits including dispute resolutions.
• Attend broker visits when appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; college course work or degree preferred.
• General knowledge of commercial insurance strongly preferred.
• Must be able to function effectively in a time sensitive and high volume environment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing direction, adjusting priorities and/or work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to work autonomously in a fast paced, production oriented environment.
• Analytical ability.
• Strong oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with agent/broker workforce.
• Must display a professional demeanor and excellent customer service skills.
• Math proficiency.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficient in the use of computer programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

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.

* Colorado outside of Denver metro, Maryland, Massachusetts (outside of Boston metro area), Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island, and Vermont Pay Ranges: $49,800 - 64,900

* Boston metro area, California outside of Los Angeles & San Francisco metro area, Connecticut, Chicago metro area, Denver metro area, New Jersey (outside of New York City metro area), New York State (outside of New York City metro area), & Washington State Pay Ranges: $54,900 - 71,300

* New York City, Los Angeles and San Francisco metro areas Pay Ranges: $60,000 - 77,800