Berkley

Executive Underwriter

Berkley$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in commercial lines underwriting/marketing.
  • Proven track record in developing a profitable book of business.
  • Proficient in analyzing business materials and regulations.
  • Strong writing skills for reports and professional documentation.
  • Logical reasoning skills for problem-solving.
  • Effective communication skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Underwrite new business applications, accepting or rejecting risks per guidelines.
  • Collaborate with the Commercial Lines VP on product and pricing development.
  • Underwrite renewal business, analyzing loss experience and agency data.
  • Establish profitable relationships with agents and brokers.
  • Maintain compliant loss ratios and meet production goals.
  • Assist in training and guiding less experienced underwriters.
  • Travel within the territory for agency visits and business development.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with 4 days in-office and 1 day remote.
  • Culture promoting innovation, teamwork, and support for talent development.
  • Internal mobility opportunities across the organization.
  • Visibility to senior leaders and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Comprehensive wellness benefits, including health savings and profit sharing.
  • 401k plan with employer contributions and paid parental leave.
  • Tuition assistance for professional development and continuing education.
Full Job Description

This position will be based in our Irving, TX office.

 

We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so.  

 

 

Responsibilities

As an Executive Underwriter, you'll be responsible for the management and growth of assigned book of business and acquisition of new business.  You'll evaluate acceptability of individual risks and determines terms, conditions and pricing to achieve company profit objectives. We'll trust you to work with agents/brokers to develop productive and profitable relationships and to ensure compliance with company underwriting guidelines. You will also serves in a informal leadership role in the branch by providing guidance to less experienced underwriters.

 

What you can expect:

  • Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
  • Internal mobility opportunities 
  • Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
  • Opportunity to impact change
  • Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education 

We'll count on you to:

  • Underwrite new business by reviewing the application for acceptability, requesting additional information, if necessary, and accepting or rejecting risks in conformance with company guidelines.
  • Underwrite within authority set forth by Commercial Lines Vice President and within confines of company's reinsurance treaties and corresponds with agency to collect additional information.
  • Underwrite renewal business by reviewing insured's file, producing agency's experience, nature and frequency of losses, loss control surveys, motor vehicle reports, and prior carrier loss experience.
  • Assist Commercial Lines Vice President in development of new products, pricing, or coverage’s needed.
  • Develop productive and profitable relationships with agents/brokers.
  • Maintain an established loss ratio.
  • Meet established production goals and delivers timely service.Serve as the staff liaison for the assigned line in disseminating line updates and developing staff.
  • Travel within the assigned territory to facilitate customer development and relationship through agency visitation and prospect calls.
  • Pursue a program of continuing education by participating in industry sponsored and company sponsored educational courses.
  • Assist in training of other personnel as directed.
Qualifications

What you need to have:

  • 7+ years commercial lines Underwriting and/or marketing experience. 
  • Demonstrated ability to develop a profitable commercial lines book of business.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, agents, and vendors. 

What makes you stand out:

  • Bachelors degree
  • Strong quantitative skills (i.e. figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, circumference, and volume.
  • Ability to project a warm and friendly manner in all business contacts and maintain a professional relationship with fellow workers, agency contacts, and the general public.
Additional Company DetailsWe 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. 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. Sponsorship DetailsSponsorship not Offered for this Role

About Berkley

Berkley is a packaging company that develops innovative solutions to help our customers sell more product and be on the edge. Berkley offers the cost advantages and creative control of an in house/on site agency without the risk and hassle of oversight. Berkley develops turnkey retail environments – including design, manufacturing and installation services.

Berkley Careers

Joining Berkley presents a prime opportunity to be part of a team renowned for its leadership in the industry, fostering innovation and growth. Berkley, a company committed to professional excellence and diversity, offers a range of job opportunities that cater to various skills and career aspirations.

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Berkley is actively hiring, seeking individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to a dynamic team environment. With a variety of positions available, Berkley provides a platform for professionals at every stage of their career, from entry-level to senior leadership roles.

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Berkley is dedicated to the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through leadership training programs, workshops, and seminars that enhance skills and foster innovation.

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At Berkley, diversity is celebrated and actively promoted through various initiatives and diversity training programs. The company believes that a diverse workforce is key to driving creativity and innovation.

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Employees at Berkley enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their professional and personal lives. The company culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, and integrity, creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

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