Role Description - Accountable to develop Lean deployment roadmap that meets the desired outcomes and stage of Lean maturity. - Influence the current state and future state, standard work implementation plan, along with impact and value of changes (in strong cooperation with business or service unit experts). - Responsible for feedback loops & adherence to Lean standards set. - Develop and nurture strong partnerships to understand specific business issues and priorities to effectively integrate continuous improvement into their organization. - Serve as Lean Coach and Practitioner embedding continuous improvement focus, developing lean capabilities and behaviors. - Accountable for realization of key outcomes and benefits defined by the BUs, functional units and value streams. - Responsible for the consistent and successful delivery of agreed standards of Lean Management system. - Responsible for conducting performance health checks to maintain expected standards. - Coach & mentor PE Coach(es) on LEAN practice and tactics, and guide the evolution of LEAN playbook. Qualifications - 10+ years of experience as a Lean management leader or 5+ years of experience as a Transformation Executive; with demonstrated success in leading transformational change. - Experience and understanding of operational management practices and objectives, including accountabilities, approaches to problem solving, industry trends and best practice. - A true business partner who can contribute strategic, operational, analytical and quantitative insights to enhance Arch. - Lean or similar certification, or experience implementing continuous improvement principles in service environments/organizations (e.g., Business Agility, Lean management techniques, Six Sigma certification, etc.). - Proven track record developing and/or implementing Lean/continuous improvement initiatives. - Demonstrated ability to effectively interpret data and measure performance. - A strong leader with the ability to develop, motivate, retain, recruit, challenge and deploy a high performing team. - Ability to build a strong network of relationships across the company, quickly building credibility and gaining the trust and confidence of colleagues. - A change agent, excellent at managing change both at an organizational level and at an individual level. - Purpose-driven with ability to influence matrix organization and passionate about collaborating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders across different levels to identify solutions and deliver on plans. - External orientation and entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to identify, deliver and implement novel approaches to deliver solutions inspired by AMS best practices. - Strong business acumen and customer orientation with analytical thinking skills. - Self-motivated, prone to action, autonomous and results-oriented with ability to lead multiple complex initiatives (short, mid and long-term) with impact. - Excellent business acumen and strategic agility. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree with related experience or Master’s in related field required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement. - Professional Lean Certification (is a plus). Benefits - 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 Off. - 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.

• Lead the commercial strategy for the EMEA region, driving profitable organic growth across key customer segments and markets. • Develop and execute annual and multi-year growth plans aligned to global commercial priorities. • Identify whitespace opportunities, emerging markets, channel expansion opportunities, and strategic growth initiatives. • Drive commercial rigor and accountability through forecasting, pipeline management, business reviews, and performance analytics. • Champion customer-centric growth strategies focused on retention, expansion, and market share gains. • Build and strengthen executive-level relationships with key multinational customers, distributors, and strategic partners. • Elevate commercial effectiveness across the region through standardized sales processes, CRM utilization, pricing discipline, and sales capability development. • Collaborate closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Regulatory, Quality, and R&D to ensure alignment between customer commitments and business capabilities. • Support commercial due diligence and integration activities related to acquisitions and strategic partnerships. • Build and lead a high-performing, customer-focused commercial organization.

Role Description Argo Group currently has a challenging opportunity for an AVP Underwriting in their Primary Casualty line of business. The primary purpose of this position is to actively participate in the production underwriting, marketing, and processing of assigned lines of business. Typically manages a mid-size team and may have regional responsibility. This role will be field-based, working remotely out of Georgia. - Actively participate in the achievement of monthly and annual profitability and production goals and objectives for assigned group. - Be a key contributor and help build and selectively manage portfolio’s overall GWP, LR and CR objectives. - Underwrite and analyze new business and renewal submissions. - Ensure our marketing initiatives are achieved and that consistent communication of our products and services are provided to our retail and wholesale brokers. - Further develop existing broker relations as well as establish new relationships in targeted territories to attract business opportunities. - Actively participate in client and broker meetings, as required. - Ensure fully aware and informed of the evolving economic and insurance marketplace to understand underwriting trends, legal developments, and concerns. - Typically manages a mid-size team of professional level underwriters and people managers. - Participate in the recruitment and selection process to ensure the organization has the necessary talent to accomplish business goals. - Promote an environment that encourages self-motivation, teamwork, and collaboration. - Ensure professional development of underwriting team including continued growth in underwriting knowledge and skills as well as professional behavior. - Participate in special projects and assignments as requested. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and 8 years underwriting experience with experience underwriting and marketing or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Management experience required with a proven ability to successfully lead a team. 5 years management experience highly preferred. - Strong computer skills. Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word. - Experience with Imageright also beneficial. - Excellent organization skills, very strong analytical, oral and written communication skills required. - The ability to meet tight deadlines is essential. - Strong customer service with a professional attitude and approach needed. - Ability to interact and communicate with various levels of the organization to cross-sell or address processing requirements. - Demonstrate significant contribution to underwriting profit. - Continually seeks opportunities for niche products and potential agent opportunities. - Experience in delivering presentations to internal and external audiences. - Requires demonstrated experience in developing and implementing an annual department business plan. Benefits - Competitive compensation package. - Performance-based incentives. - Comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Role Description The Vice President, Performance Management and Planning, owns the enterprise business planning and performance management operating model. This leader is accountable for translating strategy into measurable drivers, delivering accurate and actionable forecasts, and ensuring the organization operates with a clear, integrated, and data-driven view of performance. This role partners closely with executive leadership across Sales, Operations, Collections, Product, Finance, and Business Intelligence to align strategic priorities, operational execution, and financial outcomes into a single, coherent narrative that drives enterprise decision-making and report to the Chief Business Office. The VP establishes the frameworks, governance, and capabilities required to scale planning, forecasting, and performance management as core organizational disciplines. Outcomes and Activities: - This position will work from home; occasional planned travel to our Southfield, Michigan office may be required. However, this position is permitted to work at our Southfield, Michigan office if requested by the team member. Enterprise Planning & Forecasting - Own the enterprise planning and forecasting operating model, including long-range planning, annual planning, and rolling forecasts. - Translate business strategy into driver-based models that connect operational activity to financial outcomes. - Ensure alignment across strategic priorities, operational plans, and financial targets. - Deliver accurate, forward-looking forecasts that enable confident decision-making. Performance Management & Insights - Establish and lead the enterprise performance management framework, including KPIs, success metrics, and accountability models. - Deliver clear, actionable insights on performance drivers, risks, and opportunities. - Enable leadership to course correct through data-driven decision-making and transparency. - Ensure consistency and clarity in how performance is measured across the organization. Reporting & Data Enablement - Own the enterprise reporting strategy, ensuring reporting is streamlined, scalable, and decision-focused. - Partner with Data and Technology teams to enable modern reporting and analytics capabilities. - Drive transformation toward automated, self-service, and insight-driven reporting environments. - Ensure data integrity, consistency, and availability of key business drivers. Initiative Performance & Value Realization - Establish standardized approaches for sizing, prioritizing, and evaluating business initiatives. - Ensure transparent tracking of initiative performance against targets. - Provide executive visibility into progress, outcomes, risks, and return on investment. - Reinforce accountability for delivering measurable business impact. Cross-Functional & Executive Leadership - Partner with executive leadership to shape planning assumptions, priorities, and performance expectations. - Align cross-functional stakeholders to a unified view of business performance and drivers. - Influence enterprise decision-making through clear, concise, and fact-based communication. - Build and lead a high-performing planning and performance management capability across the organization. Success Metrics - Accuracy and reliability of operational forecasts. - Alignment between operational drivers and financial outcomes. - Reduction in planning cycle time and increased agility. - Adoption and effectiveness of reporting and performance management tools. - Measurable impact of initiatives against committed targets. Qualifications - Deep understanding of operational drivers and their financial implications (e.g., revenue, cost drivers, unit economics). - Expertise in driver-based forecasting, scenario modeling, and performance management frameworks. - Strong data and analytical capabilities, including working with large datasets and translating insights into action. - Knowledge of modern reporting, planning, and analytics platforms. - Ability to connect data, systems, and business processes into a cohesive performance management ecosystem. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, economics, engineering, computer science, or related discipline). - 10+ years of experience in business planning, FP&A, operations, or related fields. - Proven experience leading enterprise planning, forecasting, or performance management functions in complex environments. - Strong understanding of operational drivers, financial modeling, and performance metrics. - Demonstrated ability to build and scale planning and performance management frameworks. - Experience driving reporting and analytics transformation to support data-driven decision-making. Preferred - Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, economics, engineering, computer science, or related discipline). - Operates seamlessly at both strategic and operational levels, connecting long-term vision to execution. - Brings a structured, driver-based approach to planning, forecasting, and problem solving. - Demonstrates strong executive presence and ability to influence without direct authority. - Challenges assumptions and drives clarity, simplicity, and accountability across teams. - Focused on outcomes, speed, and continuous improvement. Benefits - Excellent benefits package that includes 401(K) match, adoption assistance, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical/dental/vision and many nonstandard benefits that make us a Great Place to Work. Expectations - Remain compliant with our policies processes and legal guidelines. - All other duties as assigned. - Attendance as required by department.