AVP, High Excess Workers Comp

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Position Summary

The AVP-HEC will be responsible for their underwriting, operational, business development, producer management and underwriting compliance of excess workers’ compensation in the Western Region. The AVP-HEC position has direct responsibility for the successful development and growth of their producer relationships within the region. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop strong relationships with producers in order to successfully manage regional business.
• Monitor/influence and consistently/proficiently execute departmental underwriting strategies to develop and maintain a profitable book for the business underwritten in the region.
• Strong performance management skills for his/her team.
• Strong customer-service focus with the ability to instill same in others.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills in both internal and external interactions.
• Monitor/influence submission management, timely quoting, account retentions and thorough file compliance/documentation per BU strategies/Arch guidelines.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong technical underwriting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Effectively prioritize work with ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 10 years of excess workers’ compensation or alternative risk transfer underwriting experience required
• Recognized underwriting qualifications (e.g., CPCU, ARM) or MBA preferred

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Economics, Business, Finance, or Accounting

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For individuals assigned or hired to work in the location(s) indicated below, the base salary range is provided. Range is as of the time of posting. Position is incentive eligible.

For CA & WA: $160,000 - $180,000/year

For CO: $97,100 - $131,130/year

• Total individual compensation (base salary, short & long-term incentives) offered will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to geographic location, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability & specialization as well as business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

• Arch is committed to helping employees succeed through our comprehensive benefits package that includes multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage; a competitive 401k with generous matching; PTO beginning at 20 days per year; up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer; basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability; Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks; Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement, Backup Child and Elder Care; and more. Click here to learn more on available benefits.

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