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SVP, Workers Compensation

Argonaut Management Services, Inc
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Aug 06, 2025
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 Position Summary: The SVP, Head of Workers Compensation is a key executive leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, profitability, and operational effectiveness of the Workers Compensation underwriting portfolio. This role oversees the development and execution of underwriting guidelines, risk selection, pricing strategies, and portfolio management to ensure sustainable growth and strong performance. The SVP partners with cross-functional leaders in Claims, Actuarial, Sales, Product Development, and Compliance to align underwriting strategies with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities: Lead the Workers Compensation underwriting function across all regions, ensuring consistent application of underwriting strategies and risk appetite. Develop and implement underwriting policies, procedures, and pricing strategies aligned with corporate goals. Drive profitable growth through effective portfolio management, risk analysis, and rate adequacy evaluations. Provide executive oversight of underwriting performance, including key metrics such as loss ratios, combined ratios, retention, and new business production. Collaborate with Actuarial, Claims, Legal, and Product teams to ensure profitability and compliance with state regulations. Cultivate strong relationships with key brokers, agents, and distribution partners to support business development. Monitor emerging trends in workers compensation, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics to inform strategy. Lead and mentor a team of underwriting executives and managers, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. Represent the organization in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and internal committees as the subject matter expert in Workers Compensation. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, CPCU, ARM, or similar) preferred. 15+ years of commercial underwriting experience, with a strong focus on Workers Compensation. Demonstrated success in a senior leadership role with P&L responsibility. Deep knowledge of workers compensation regulatory environments across multiple jurisdictions. Proven ability to lead underwriting teams, drive strategic initiatives, and manage large portfolios. Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Experience with data-driven underwriting models and technology platforms preferred. Key Competencies: Strategic Thinking & Vision Financial Acumen Leadership & People Development Operational Excellence Relationship Management Change Management Risk Assessment & Decision Making 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. SALARY RANGE ALL LOCATIONS: $196,000 - $284,100 *PLEASE NOTE:* Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400. Notice to Recruitment Agencies: Resumes submitted for this or any other position without prior authorization from Human Resources will be considered unsolicited. BWS and / or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions. 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 ourHR Privacy Notice Benefits and Compensation We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program-including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.