Executive Underwriter Excess Casualty
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Job Location:
Clearwater, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Details
W. R. Berkley Corporation is establishing a new operating unit Berkley Edge.
Berkley Edge offers solutions for hard-to-place and distressed risks for both professional and casualty lines of business. Edge will focus on small to mid-sized risks through a wholesale only distribution model.
Founded in 1967 W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States. Along the way we have been listed on the New York Stock Exchange seen our revenue soar well past $10 billion and become a well-respected Fortune 500 Company.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced Executive Underwriter to drive profitable growth within our Excess Casualty portfolio. This role owns an individual book of business provides technical expertise and serves as a key partner to our wholesale broker network. You will evaluate and underwrite complex risks develop pricing strategies coach junior underwriters and support product and strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite and manage a profitable excess casualty book across contractors habitational hospitality products and other exposures.
- Build and maintain strong broker relationships; act as the primary resource for appetite service and issue resolution.
- Analyze risk pricing adequacy market trends and emerging hazards to inform underwriting decisions.
- Recommend coverage enhancements contribute to product development and support operational and strategic improvements.
- Mentor and develop underwriting staff; act as a referral point for coverage and pricing.
- Collaborate across claims product and leadership teams to ensure alignment with company strategy.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience (Risk Management preferred).
- 10 years Excess Casualty underwriting experience including E&S and wholesale brokerage distribution.
- Professional designations (CPCU ASLI AU) preferred.
- Experience with primary and excess casualty required.
- Ability to manage complex assignments in a fastpaced and dynamic environment.
Additional Company Details
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 Details
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Computer Skills
- Fraud
- Math
- Banking
- Pricing
- Analysis Skills
- Fair Housing Regulations
- Underwriting
- Financial Analysis
- negotiation
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
Berkley is a leader in commercial lines insurance, with over 60+ specialized businesses - each with deep expertise in an industry, product, or regional niche.
