Capital Analyst

Argo Group • Remote

Company

Argo Group

Location

Remote

Type

Full Time

Job Description

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 flexible 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. 

The main purpose of this role is to support the Capital manager with Regulatory (BSCR) and Credit rating agencies (S&P, AM Best, Fitch) capital models. Working in close collaboration with the wider ERM team as well as the finance function, the role would be a key contributor in supporting the capital management strategy for Argo. Analysis and reporting performed on these models are used by senior leaders to drive informed decisions at Group and legal entity levels. Active collaboration, and regular communication with key stakeholders and business partners across finance, actuarial, ceded, risk management and other functions is an important part of this role.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • To help and support the annual and quarterly Bermuda Solvency filings (Argo Group and Argo Re BSCR) working closely with the Capital Manager to coordinate and manage complex reporting requirements against pre-agreed timelines.
  • To support with the preparation of Bermuda Monetary Authority – GSSA report regulatory filing, to present a coherent and well-presented Group’s solvency position.
  • To coordinate ad support the annual and quarterly rating agency models (S&P, AM Best and Fitch) and corresponding data calls.
  • To assist in analyzing and communication of solvency position, risk tolerances and capital trends to internal and external stakeholders.
  • To be the back-up person for any queries on components of the BSCR and rating agencies’ models as required.
  • To work with Risk, Finance and other functions to run ad-hoc BSCR ‘what-if’ capital implication-based scenarios to meet Board scenario analysis requirements.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS - SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Economics or Finance, from an accredited college or university required.
  • Insurance related qualification, preferred.
  • Actuarial or Accountancy related qualification, preferred.
  • Experience of completing or contributing to Insurance regulatory capital models (such as Solvency II Standard Formula, or Bermudian equivalent).
  • Experience of working with credit rating agencies on their capital models, particularly S&P and A.M. Best.
  • Exposure to Solvency II regulations and practices.
  • Exposure to Bermudian insurance industry and BMA regulation.
  • Exposure to NAIC Own Risk & Solvency Assessment (ORSA) regulations and practices.
  • Understanding of different accounting standards – US GAAP, US STAT, Economic etc.

The base salary range provided below will be commensurate with candidate experience.  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.

Location

Salary Range

New York City metro area

$99,200 - $114,200

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, Ltd. (NYSE: ARGO) is a global multiline underwriter of specialty insurance and reinsurance products in the property and casualty market. We help power the businesses that drive the world economy, offering a comprehensive line of high-quality products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of our clients. We foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity and design thinking, relies on innovation and agility, promotes collaborative service delivery, offers frequent, integrated communication and values authentic recognition of excellence. View our 2022 Environmental, Social & Governance Report to learn more about Argo.  

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. 

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.
  • Flexible workplace policies that support employee well-being include compressed hours, flex-time, job-sharing, remote work, sabbatical leave, holiday and summer hours.
  • 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 retirement savings, matching 401K (US-based employees), generous paid time off (PTO), paid caregiver and parental leave, employee assistance program (EAP), an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) offering a 15% discount, and an array of voluntary benefits.  
  • Argo Academy, a digital and instructor-led platform that offers continuous learning and professional development – Training magazine 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 in addition to matching charitable gifts by 100%.
  • A generous Employee Referral program that results in approximately 25% of all new hires annually.
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Date Posted

11/14/2022

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