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E&S Regional Underwriter - Northeast Region

E&S Regional Underwriter - Northeast Region

BerkleyGlen Allen, VA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Company Details

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.  We offer General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states.

Benefit Highlights

  • Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Our onsite Scottsdale, AZ Wellness Center and companywide Employee Assistance Program are free to employees and are here to support your overall well-being. Our flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day means you can balance work and life like a pro.
  • Our Health Savings Accounts have automatic company contributions if you sign up, and we offer Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance policies, and more. Plus, we offer a 401(k) program, profit-sharing program, and stock purchase plan – investing in your future has never been so rewarding.
  • We've got you covered with competitive paid time off, paid sick time, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Plus, you get paid holidays, a floating holiday, and paid volunteer time – because giving back to the community is important to us at Aspire!
  • Come grow with us! Level up with company sponsored conferences, tuition assistance, and industry-related education and exams. We have many internal promotional growth opportunities – because we believe in growing together.
  • We believe in working hard and playing hard. We embrace team building and are enthusiastic about sponsoring fun activities inside and outside of the office. Our Plum Benefits program gives you cost-free access to thousands of exclusive travel and entertainment discounts – it's like a VIP pass to fun.

www.berkleyaspire.com

Responsibilities

The E&S Regional Underwriter - Northeast Region supports new business production within an assigned regional underwriting territory. This individual plays a key role in driving profitable growth by underwriting new business submissions alongside the Business Development Underwriter and Small Business Underwriter.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Agency Engagement : Maintain strong agency relationships through regular outreach, education, and strategic collaboration.
  • Underwriting Excellence :  Evaluate and underwrite new business within authority, maintaining a 30%+ quote-to-bind ratio and 50% or better loss ratio.
  • Performance Goals :  Meet or exceed targets for new business production.
  • Service Standards : Deliver timely, accurate quotes ensuring expeditious response times and consistent service excellence.
  • Risk Management :  Use underwriting tools to assess risk, pricing, and coverage; review inspections and endorsements to ensure premium adequacy.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 5 plus years related insurance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum five years of experience in Excess & Surplus Lines underwriting.
  • Must have a strong customer service background in a professional environment.
  • Entrepreneurial qualities, such as trying innovative solutions, resiliency to change and recognizing what is most important to get done.
  • Fosters teamwork. Provides welcoming, open, honest, respectful, and constructive feedback.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Agency Relations :  Skilled in working with independent agents and managing agency partnerships.
  • Technical Proficiency :  Comfortable with Windows-based tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and online underwriting platforms.
  • Communication :  Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-first mindset.
  • Mindset :  Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and collaborative with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Travel :  Occasional travel may be required
  • Berkley Core Competencies

    Accountability

    Communication

    Customer Focus and Teamwork

    Flexibility

    Innovation and Initiative

    Additional Company Details

    We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role includes : Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. 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. This role will be eligible to participate in the annual discretionary bonus program.

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