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Berkley Aspire (a Berkley Company)

Executive Underwriter

Berkley Aspire (a Berkley Company), Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060

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Company Details Berkley Aspire is an excess & surplus lines insurer of commercial risks unable to find a home in the standard markets. We are an operating unit of WR Berkley, a publicly traded (NYSE “WRB”) global insurer founded in 1967.

We make excess & surplus lines easy – for our distribution partners, the businesses they represent, and to navigate. We underwrite general liability, property, and excess liability. Our model differs from competitors: we handle premium billing without interest/finance charges, offer enhanced commissions, and manage paperwork like stamping and filings.

Our culture is entrepreneurial, employee-centric, and focused on sustainable growth. Aspire teammates work remotely or on a hybrid schedule from offices in Scottsdale, Cincinnati, and Richmond. If you seek growth opportunities, great benefits, and positive vibes, Aspire may be your place!

Benefit Highlights

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, free onsite Wellness Center, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work schedule, and work-from-home options.

Health Savings Accounts with company contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance, 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock purchase plans.

Paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, holidays, floating holiday, volunteer time—supporting work-life balance and community involvement.

Opportunities for growth via conferences, tuition assistance, industry exams, and internal promotions.

Team-building activities and Plum Benefits program offering travel and entertainment discounts.

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www.berkleyaspire.com

Responsibilities Berkley Aspire seeks an experienced Executive Underwriter with strong commercial surplus lines expertise to join our team. Location options include Scottsdale AZ, Glen Allen VA, West Chester OH, or remote.

The role involves providing technical assistance on projects, product development, underwriting audits, training, and acting as a mentor and referral authority within the Underwriting Department.

Specific Duties

Handle account referrals outside of individual underwriter authority.

Make risk and pricing decisions to ensure profitable growth.

Mentor and coach new and less experienced team members.

Develop and facilitate technical training.

Contribute to underwriting appetite and guidelines development.

Assist in new product development and enhancements.

Participate in business planning and trend research.

Lead underwriting quality control processes.

Coordinate form and endorsement development with Claims and Legal.

Lead projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of commercial P&C underwriting experience, especially in surplus lines and general liability.

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Deep knowledge of insurance principles, rates, rules, and procedures.

Proven mentoring and training skills.

Strong research and project management capabilities.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.

Additional Details The company is an equal opportunity employer. Sponsorship is not offered. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and role specifics.

Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not offered for this role.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance and Sales

Industries: Financial Services and Insurance

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