Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company)
Chief Underwriting Officer – Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company)
Berkley Edge, a unit of W. R. Berkley Corporation, is establishing a new operating unit focused on solutions for hard‑to‑place and distressed risks in professional and casualty lines. The business will serve small to mid‑size 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. It is a Fortune 500 company with revenue over $10 billion and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Located in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area; the role is open to talent in Richmond, Virginia, although heavier travel to Tampa/St. Petersburg will be required.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Oversee the development and management of all aspects of underwriting strategy, aligning with the overall strategic plan, and translating the strategy into clear underwriting guidelines and limits of authority.
Establish underwriting authority levels and referral processes that streamline decision‑making and ensure underwriting excellence.
Develop pricing and underwriting strategies to attain and improve profitable growth.
Develop an efficient set of processes that deliver creative, customized underwriting and risk management solutions while meeting the expectations of partners.
Set a strategic process for identifying, evaluating and managing emerging risks.
Develop and manage both internal and external relationships to strengthen trust in business partnership.
Manage the portfolio to reflect an appropriate balance between segments and diversification of line of business.
Devise strategies and protocols to grow profitably during all market cycles.
Establish policies and direct the analysis of information to support the development of products, services, and new programs.
Lead, direct, and take management accountability for underwriting team, emphasizing organizational capability, talent management, and a culture of superior portfolio management and product underwriting.
Assist in the maintenance of forms for business.
Develop, implement, and maintain authority letters.
Lead for internal underwriting audit.
Ensure underwriting document procedures, accuracy of data entries to systems, and contract integrity for accounts underwritten.
Meet as needed with the Senior Leadership Team and President to analyze, recommend, and report on the progress of objectives.
Provide leadership mentoring and guidance to build and sustain a high‑performing workforce.
Anticipate and plan for the future, collaborating with senior management to foster innovation.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree in a related field is ideal.
Minimum of 10 years of commercial insurance underwriting experience including products, casualty, and professional liability.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and tactical leadership to a talented professional team.
Strong organizational skills, working with integrity and strategic foresight; challenging norms while collaborating with colleagues at all levels.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a desire to collaborate, build rapport, add value, and effectively problem‑solve with support teams and the organization.
Exhibits a track record for bringing teams together to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Agile and decisive; able to work in an ambiguous, fast‑moving environment while providing clarity and solutions, adapting quickly and effectively to change.
Well‑versed in presentations, accustomed to addressing agents, vendors, and partners.
Ability to influence and persuade through advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel up to 20% of time if necessary.
Additional Company Details We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiting agencies or firms.
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 factors including the scope, complexity, location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance and Sales
Industries Financial Services and Insurance
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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. It is a Fortune 500 company with revenue over $10 billion and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Located in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida area; the role is open to talent in Richmond, Virginia, although heavier travel to Tampa/St. Petersburg will be required.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
Oversee the development and management of all aspects of underwriting strategy, aligning with the overall strategic plan, and translating the strategy into clear underwriting guidelines and limits of authority.
Establish underwriting authority levels and referral processes that streamline decision‑making and ensure underwriting excellence.
Develop pricing and underwriting strategies to attain and improve profitable growth.
Develop an efficient set of processes that deliver creative, customized underwriting and risk management solutions while meeting the expectations of partners.
Set a strategic process for identifying, evaluating and managing emerging risks.
Develop and manage both internal and external relationships to strengthen trust in business partnership.
Manage the portfolio to reflect an appropriate balance between segments and diversification of line of business.
Devise strategies and protocols to grow profitably during all market cycles.
Establish policies and direct the analysis of information to support the development of products, services, and new programs.
Lead, direct, and take management accountability for underwriting team, emphasizing organizational capability, talent management, and a culture of superior portfolio management and product underwriting.
Assist in the maintenance of forms for business.
Develop, implement, and maintain authority letters.
Lead for internal underwriting audit.
Ensure underwriting document procedures, accuracy of data entries to systems, and contract integrity for accounts underwritten.
Meet as needed with the Senior Leadership Team and President to analyze, recommend, and report on the progress of objectives.
Provide leadership mentoring and guidance to build and sustain a high‑performing workforce.
Anticipate and plan for the future, collaborating with senior management to foster innovation.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree in a related field is ideal.
Minimum of 10 years of commercial insurance underwriting experience including products, casualty, and professional liability.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and tactical leadership to a talented professional team.
Strong organizational skills, working with integrity and strategic foresight; challenging norms while collaborating with colleagues at all levels.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a desire to collaborate, build rapport, add value, and effectively problem‑solve with support teams and the organization.
Exhibits a track record for bringing teams together to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Agile and decisive; able to work in an ambiguous, fast‑moving environment while providing clarity and solutions, adapting quickly and effectively to change.
Well‑versed in presentations, accustomed to addressing agents, vendors, and partners.
Ability to influence and persuade through advanced written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel up to 20% of time if necessary.
Additional Company Details We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiting agencies or firms.
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 factors including the scope, complexity, location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance and Sales
Industries Financial Services and Insurance
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