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. This is a considered field position. While not working in the field, the new hire will work out of the Rockwood, PA office. This typically occurs each Monday. The candidate must be within commutable distance/ approximately 2 hours from Rockwood, PA. SCOPE OF WORK
- Agency engagements virtually and in-person to educate agents on products and build relationships to achieve business plan of the company.
- Act as a liaison between agents and the company and follow up on any requests from agents, underwriters and other department representatives.
- Update company personnel on changes in the marketplace.
- Assist in the development and execution of the Company's marketing strategy.
- Supervise, train, mentor and coach company staff.
- Decide which agency contracts to approve or cancel.
- Manage the license requests from agents.
- Support planning and achievement of production goals of the company.
- Develop and monitor individual agency goals in collaboration with management.
- Manage budget for the department.
- Produce, promote, and coordinate electronic marketing efforts.
- Represent the company at industry and agency events.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
- Perform work in a logical, orderly & skillful manner.
- Maintain a high level of quality work product.
- Manage assignments to assure results are accurate and completed on schedule.
- Be adaptable to changes in equipment, assignments, procedures and methods.
- Develop and maintain a good working relationship with agents.
- Safeguard confidential information.
- Performance evaluations of all personnel assigned to the department.
- Maintain public relations with insurance organizations.
- Responsible for meeting production goals set by management.
- Maintain contact with agents about company markets, pricing and company rating. Maintain public relations with insurance departments and agency organizations.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- This position is minimally supervised.
- This position has supervisory responsibility.
- The following positions reports to this position: Marketing Specialist.
- This position has access to confidential information.
- This position has access to or handles company funds.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Undergraduate Degree.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Effective oral and written communications skills.
- In depth knowledge of the independent agency distribution system within the company's operating territory.
- Computer Skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to safely operator a motor vehicle.
- Ability to operate independently and in groups.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- 20% of the time this position is a general office environment.
- 80% of the time travel is required (flying/driving) to visit agencies and attend industry functions.
- Considerable travel during the year.
- Overnight stays required.
- Fleet vehicle provided.
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 HR Privacy Notice 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 -Trainingmagazine 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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