Team Lead, Underwriting

At Berkley Human Services a Berkley Company we insure those who serve others. We are devoted to meeting the needs of Human Services Organizations. We insure both nonprofit and for-profit social service organizations such as child daycare sheltered workshops group homes senior citizen centers senior independent living schools counseling services YMCAs YWCAs and Boys & Girls Clubs.

Our insurance policies are written through our Berkley affiliates each of which is rated A (Superior) by A.M. Best Company with a Financial Category of XV. We offer property and casualty coverages designed for the unique operational aspects of social service organizations. Our Human Services Program dates to 1989 and has continuously evolved to meet the unique needs of the market we serve.

The Underwriting Lead plays a critical role in supporting the AVP Underwriting Production Leader by overseeing day-to-day underwriting operations mentoring and leading team members and ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines. This role contributes to the achievement of profitable growth operational excellence and strong producer relationships.

• Lead and support a team of underwriters in risk selection pricing and adherence to underwriting policies.
• Assist in managing the renewal book of business focusing on retention and profitability.
• Collaborate with the AVP to execute underwriting strategies and initiatives.
• Serve as a referral resource for complex or high-value risks.
• Monitor and report on team performance metrics including production loss ratios and quality control.
• Support producer relationship management and help meet production commitments.
• Participate in the development and delivery of training programs for underwriting staff.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance underwriting efficiency.
• Mentor and coach underwriters to foster professional development.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of underwriting guidelines and procedures.

May perform other functions as assigned.

Candidates based in Chicago or Minneapolis are preferred. However we are open to considering highly qualified remote candidates who are available to travel as needed.

• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience preferably in Human Services or related lines.
• Prior experience in a leadership or mentoring role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting practices regulatory requirements and industry trends.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in underwriting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.

Education

• Bachelors degree or equivalent relevant experience.