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Senior, Ceded Reinsurance - Claims

Argonaut Management Services, Inc
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Aug 08, 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 Senior, Ceded Reinsurance - Claims The Senior full-time position sits within the Ceded Reinsurance Department, leading Argo's end-to-end reinsurance strategy from execution of placement to recovery of collections from our counterparties. The Ceded Re - Operations team plays a vital role throughout the reinsurance life cycle. The team performs a variety of responsibilities in a collaborative manner to support claim noticing requirements, complex coverage issues, and ultimate collection of Argo's reinsurance recoverables. Due to the diverse nature of work, the role offers substantial personal and professional growth. The individual will have the opportunity to work on a highly visible team with key leaders across Argo Group and the marketplace, gain valuable basic and advanced reinsurance knowledge, and help reshape claims procedures. Key Duties and Responsibilities Liaison to internal and external partners for ceded claims inquiries Develop and enhance new processes to optimize efficiency Identify, review, and confirm reinsurance coverage for losses across all lines of business Provide claims reporting and noticing to brokers and markets Secure the timely and accurate settlement of reinsurance claims Manage resolution of any reinsurance claims dispute Create upper management reports to track and trend open ceded recoverables Coordinate counterparty reinsurance audits Mentor staff, sharing knowledge and building a culture of continuous improvement Ensure adherence to SOX controls and assist with audits/financial reporting Ad hoc projects and additional duties as assigned Reporting Relationship Reports to Director of Ceded Operations Qualifications and Skills Self-motivated individual with an ability to effectively prioritize and multi-task Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Confident communicator at all levels of the organization and marketplace Base knowledge of insurance / reinsurance concepts General understanding of regulatory compliance and SOX requirements Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other industry software Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment Education and Experience Bachelor's degree or related equivalent work experience 4+ years of related work experience in claims, reinsurance claims, reinsurance, reinsurance operations or reinsurance accounting Prior claims experience is a bonus 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. Base Salary Range: $105k - $120k *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.