Underwriting Trainee

Berkley One is a modern insurance provider for a modern generation of affluence. We serve clients who live dynamic adventurous lives and expect their insurance experience to match. Our mission is to deliver highly personalized risk and claims management through a blend of expert independent agents cutting-edge digital tools and the strength of the Berkley brand.

Why Join Us
At Berkley One youll be part of a forward-thinking team thats reimagining personal insurance. Were building solutions that are as sophisticated and agile as the clients we serveindividuals and families who value innovation simplicity and exceptional service. Youll collaborate with passionate professionals leverage modern technology and help shape the future of our industry.

What We Value

• A client-first mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences
• Curiosity creativity and a drive to challenge the status quo
• Collaboration across disciplines to build smarter more intuitive solutions
• Integrity expertise and a commitment to excellence

Join us in creating a new standard in personal insurancewhere protection meets possibility.

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

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The company is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Berkley One Underwriting Trainee youll participate in a structured training program combining formal instruction and hands-on experience. This program builds foundational knowledge in high-net-worth personal lines including product language underwriting principles risk assessment customer relationship management and sales proficiency. Youll gain:

Industry Knowledge

• Gain a broad understanding of the insurance industry market dynamics and company objectives.
• Develop insight into company operations strategies financials and competitive positioning.

Product & Service Expertise

• Learn and apply knowledge of policy forms and coverage to assess exposures.
• Compare company offerings with competitors to identify and communicate differentiators.
• Effectively present company services tailored to client needs.

Book Management & Pricing

• Understand basic pricing growth and profitability goals in underwriting decisions.
• Analyze risk data to determine account eligibility while considering client needs.
• Make informed decisions on pricing terms and conditions within authority limits.
• Align underwriting decisions with business line and customer segmentation strategies.
• Refer accounts beyond authority and consistently meet service standards.

Sales & Customer Relationship Management

• Identify client needs and align product offerings accordingly.
• Negotiate coverage pricing and terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective clients.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
• Preference for insurance risk management and actuary majors.
• Exposure to P&C insurance through an internship or first job preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a positive professional demeanor.
• Detail-oriented proactive and able to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across all organizational levels and with customers.