*This role may be performed remotely for highly qualified candidates who do not reside within a reasonable commuting distance of a Berkley office.* This role will cover a nationwide territory. **Responsibilities** The role of the** AVP Underwriter** is to provide superior business development and marketing strategies for their book of business, managing to produce and retain key accounts, and maintain an acceptable profit by keeping abreast of market trends. In addition, as a proven expert, the Executive Underwriter will also support the business as it pertains to participating in speaking engagements, networking opportunities, and industry forums as necessary. - Production and underwriting of new and renewal accounts. - Compliance with underwriting documentation rules and guidelines. - Maintains an acceptable underwriting profit. - Adherence to Berkley Specialty Excess underwriting guidelines and referral compliance. - Development and maintenance of key broker/agent relationships. - Participates in all internal company training and continuing education. - Remains current on product releases as it pertains to LOB. - Management and development of business and broker relationships new to the organization. - Responsible for the overall management, business development, analysis and monitoring of their book of business. - Stays abreast and knowledgeable on market trends in terms of forms, coverage and appetite to maintain competitiveness. - Functions as referral authority for Associate Underwriters and Underwriters. - Leverage skills and expertise outside of desk responsibilities, including participation in marketing/public speaking events. **Qualifications** - 10 + years of commercial insurance underwriting experience, preferably in E&S markets. - Technical knowledge of general casualty lines of coverage, other lines of experience a plus. - Experience with excess casualty contractual wording, rating methodologies, financial analysis, and policy structure - Up to 25% travel. Education - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent insurance experience required. - Coursework toward applicable designation (including but not limited to CPCU, RPLU, etc.) desired. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees which for this role include: • Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $200,000 • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. The application window for this role is estimated to be open through July 31, 2026, but may be extended, if necessary, please submit your application as soon as possible prior to July 31, 2026. **Sponsorship Details** Sponsorship not Offered for this Role