AVP, Construction Excess Casualty

AVP, Construction Excess Casualty –
Arch Insurance Group Inc.

Job Summary: The Assistant Vice President of Construction Excess Casualty must be a highly‑motivated, career‑oriented individual who is technically proficient in underwriting casualty business. The AVP will underwrite large, highly technical risks within the Construction Industry in accordance with Arch Insurance business standards and sound underwriting practices. He/she will manage a book to achieve organization goals via the effective utilization of assigned human and financial resources in the interpretation, implementation, and achievement of these business goals.

• Work independently to underwrite umbrella and excess policies for highly complex construction risks
• Strong customer‑service focus with the ability to effectively multi‑task with limited direction
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with assigned retail brokers to successfully maintain our business, which will require travel to producer locations
• Provide input on strategies and actions that can maximize product line underwriting results and competitive advantages while being mindful of the organizational goals of returning desired ROE for the unit’s underwriting results
• Review large losses to identify any trends or training issues and provide post‑loss analysis when requested
• Personally participate in marketplace initiatives to expand the overall Arch brand and the specific reputation through interface with regional customers, brokers and other industry professionals
• Complete special projects as assigned by the head of the business unit
• Work independently as a member of a team while building a profitable book of business
• Regularly meet with key brokers and agents, industry groups and insureds to present and represent Arch’s interest in the region
• Prioritize work, meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ensure that underwriting applications and practices within the book are in accordance with appropriate regulatory requirements
• Assist finance, claims, legal, marketing, IT, and compliance as needed
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Participate in industry conferences as required

• Minimum of 5 years of Large Account Construction underwriting experience, including a progression to more senior underwriting roles with dedicated underwriting authority
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills as evidenced by extensive successful external experience in dealing with brokers, agents, policyholders and industry groups and internal experience in dealing with peers, support staff and management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to understand and interpret various sources of information to make informed decisions
• Ability to travel up to 25% within the assigned region

• BA or BS undergraduate degree, with exposure to Economics, Mathematics, Business Administration or Finance preferred (professional CPCU certification and/or MBA desired)

Base pay range: $152,000 – $206,000 per year.
Location specific ranges: Chicago: $152,000–$206,000/year;
Los Angeles/San Francisco: $165,000–$220,000/year.

Position is incentive eligible. Total individual compensation (base salary, short‑ and long‑term incentives) will take into account geographic location, scope and responsibilities, qualifications, talent availability, specialization and business needs. The above pay range may be modified in the future.

Benefits include comprehensive medical plans (including dental, vision and prescription drug), competitive 401(k) with generous matching, PTO starting at 20 days per year, up to 12 paid company holidays, 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Off, basic Life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid parental leave up to 10 weeks, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, backup child and elder care assistance, and more.

• Seniority level:
  Executive
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Insurance

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Final date to receive applications for Colorado applicants: December 30, 2025.