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Head of Capital Management

Argo Group · Chicago, IL · 3 wk ago
Management$201k–$241k/yrFull-time

Head of Capital Management

At Argo Group, we invite you to elevate your career as our new Head of Capital Management. Based in one of our offices, preferably New York or Chicago, you’ll step into a pivotal leadership role to lead the capital function for the P&C group and support the CRO with all aspects related to capital management strategy.

Make Your Mark at Argo Group

The Head of Capital Management drives the enterprise capital vision by shaping strategy, strengthening financial resilience, and empowering leadership with sharp, real-time insight. Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the capital, liquidity, and dividend strategy in partnership with the CRO, CFO, and CEO to fuel long-term growth.
  • Building real-time and forward-looking capital intelligence that elevates business planning and executive decision-making.
  • Designing a high-impact capital framework that maximizes efficiency, flexibility, and value across the organization.
  • Enhancing modelling, governance, and reporting, including quarterly capital dashboards and regulatory/rating-agency communications.
  • Translating complex model outputs into clear, actionable insights that strengthen underwriting, portfolio strategy, and stakeholder confidence.
  • Collaborating across finance, actuarial, ceded, ERM, and risk teams to advance stress testing, scenario modeling, and ORSA-related initiatives.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Bring over twelve (12) years of experience in leading or working in all areas of a capital function, including modelling, analysis, and communicating results. Demonstrated proficiency of both stochastic and factor-based models (RBC, BCAR, S&P, BSCR). Strong business acumen, analytical decision-making, and resilience, thriving in fast-paced environments and adapting to evolving challenges. Adeptness to lead with emotional intelligence, fostering collaboration, providing meaningful coaching, and building strong relationships across teams and partners. Superior aptitude to communicate confidently with executive leadership and peers, leveraging polished presentation skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite and key business software. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Mathematics, Actuarial, Finance, or Science.

Work Environment

The base salary range is $201,000 - $241,000 (based on experience and location). Additionally, this position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. We’re proud to offer a range of competitive and comprehensive benefits packages.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.

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