Berkley Aspire (a Berkley Company)
E&S Small Business Underwriter - Strategic Accounts
Berkley Aspire (a Berkley Company), West Chester, Ohio, United States
E&S Small Business Underwriter - Strategic Accounts
Berkley Aspire is passionate about making excess and surplus lines business easy to transact. We differentiate ourselves by continually innovating to bring market-leading technology and services to our agents and their clients. From direct bill with installments to not requiring renewal applications for 80% of our small business policies, we focus on making it easy, expeditious, and efficient for agents and consumers. Berkley Aspire writes from small, minimum premium policies to accounts over six figures, offering General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states. Benefits Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Onsite Wellness Center and Employee Assistance Program are free to employees. Flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day. Company contributions to Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock purchase plan. Competitive paid time off, paid sick time, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays, floating holiday, and paid volunteer time. Opportunities for growth through conferences, tuition assistance, and internal promotions. Plum Benefits program provides exclusive discounts. Responsibilities The E&S Small Business Production Underwriter - Strategic Accounts will produce new business as part of an assigned territory underwriting team. Help manage the assigned underwriting territory to achieve profitable growth, including underwriting new business and marketing to Agent partners. Identify new business opportunities and manage agency relationships. Based in Scottsdale, AZ; Westchester, OH; Dallas, TX; Glen Allen, VA or neighboring states. Review and underwrite new business submissions for acceptability according to authority granted. Evaluate, accept, reject, or modify risks within established underwriting guidelines and authority. Comply with company policies, procedures and rating plans when evaluating and managing risk. Make sound risk and pricing decisions that achieve profitable loss ratios. Achieve designated customer service standards with a focus on fast turnaround time. Participate in territory team marketing calls, video conferences, and agency visits. Some travel may be required. Provide detailed issuance instructions to ensure policy is delivered consistent with quoted terms and conditions and in accordance with guidelines. Utilize underwriting tools to determine acceptable risk characteristics, accurate classifications, insurance to value, and rates. Recognize and create cross-selling opportunities for other company products. Actively market small commercial product to agents and travel within assigned territory as necessary. Reinforce our ease-of-doing-business model by meeting or exceeding expectations and service standards. Continue to increase underwriting knowledge and skills, including formal education (AINS, ASLI, CPCU, CIC). Operate according to underwriting authority as granted by Berkley Aspire. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and two plus years related insurance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of two years of experience in E&S underwriting. Strong customer service background in a professional environment. Active or in-progress insurance designations relevant to the field (AINS, ASLI, CPCU, CIC) preferred. Strong customer focus and the ability to respond with a sense of urgency. Entrepreneurial qualities, resiliency to change, and ability to identify priorities. Teamwork and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Ability to work independently and in a team environment; effective written and verbal communication. Additional Details Sponsorship not offered for this role. Remote option; position may be based in Scottsdale, AZ; Westchester, OH; Dallas, TX; or Glen Allen, VA, or neighboring states. Applicants are considered on an ongoing basis; the position will remain open until filled. Eligible for discretionary annual bonus.
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Berkley Aspire is passionate about making excess and surplus lines business easy to transact. We differentiate ourselves by continually innovating to bring market-leading technology and services to our agents and their clients. From direct bill with installments to not requiring renewal applications for 80% of our small business policies, we focus on making it easy, expeditious, and efficient for agents and consumers. Berkley Aspire writes from small, minimum premium policies to accounts over six figures, offering General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states. Benefits Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Onsite Wellness Center and Employee Assistance Program are free to employees. Flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day. Company contributions to Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock purchase plan. Competitive paid time off, paid sick time, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays, floating holiday, and paid volunteer time. Opportunities for growth through conferences, tuition assistance, and internal promotions. Plum Benefits program provides exclusive discounts. Responsibilities The E&S Small Business Production Underwriter - Strategic Accounts will produce new business as part of an assigned territory underwriting team. Help manage the assigned underwriting territory to achieve profitable growth, including underwriting new business and marketing to Agent partners. Identify new business opportunities and manage agency relationships. Based in Scottsdale, AZ; Westchester, OH; Dallas, TX; Glen Allen, VA or neighboring states. Review and underwrite new business submissions for acceptability according to authority granted. Evaluate, accept, reject, or modify risks within established underwriting guidelines and authority. Comply with company policies, procedures and rating plans when evaluating and managing risk. Make sound risk and pricing decisions that achieve profitable loss ratios. Achieve designated customer service standards with a focus on fast turnaround time. Participate in territory team marketing calls, video conferences, and agency visits. Some travel may be required. Provide detailed issuance instructions to ensure policy is delivered consistent with quoted terms and conditions and in accordance with guidelines. Utilize underwriting tools to determine acceptable risk characteristics, accurate classifications, insurance to value, and rates. Recognize and create cross-selling opportunities for other company products. Actively market small commercial product to agents and travel within assigned territory as necessary. Reinforce our ease-of-doing-business model by meeting or exceeding expectations and service standards. Continue to increase underwriting knowledge and skills, including formal education (AINS, ASLI, CPCU, CIC). Operate according to underwriting authority as granted by Berkley Aspire. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and two plus years related insurance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of two years of experience in E&S underwriting. Strong customer service background in a professional environment. Active or in-progress insurance designations relevant to the field (AINS, ASLI, CPCU, CIC) preferred. Strong customer focus and the ability to respond with a sense of urgency. Entrepreneurial qualities, resiliency to change, and ability to identify priorities. Teamwork and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback. Ability to work independently and in a team environment; effective written and verbal communication. Additional Details Sponsorship not offered for this role. Remote option; position may be based in Scottsdale, AZ; Westchester, OH; Dallas, TX; or Glen Allen, VA, or neighboring states. Applicants are considered on an ongoing basis; the position will remain open until filled. Eligible for discretionary annual bonus.
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