Workers' Compensation Underwriter

Company Details

 

Berkley Asset Protection was established in 2008 to deliver the industry’s most complete and high-quality portfolio of specialized insurance products and services to protect fine art, jewelry and other high-value personal and commercial assets. We support the market through close partnerships with an established distribution network of retail and wholesale insurance professionals. Our brokers and agents cater to a global base of clients in a variety of environments, including private and corporate art collections, museums, galleries, and exhibition, jewelry wholesalers, retailers, and manufacturers, along with those who work with collectibles, currencies, securities, and other high-value assets. Our claims and loss control operation is the undisputed gold standard for the entire fine art and jewelry insurance industry.

 

The company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

 

Responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a Workers' Compensation Underwriter to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for transactional underwriting and functions associated with underwriting risks on behalf of Berkley Asset Protection. 

 

We have a welcoming culture valuing our employees – we trademarked the phrase Everything Counts, Everyone Matters® to describe the Berkley commitment to our people and how we do business. We believe that every person in the organization is important and every accomplishment makes a difference in our results. Come join us!   

 

This position can be based in our offices in either: New York, NY (Manhattan); West Hartford, CT; or Appleton, WI

 

Key functions include but are not limited to:

• Review and approve new business, endorsements, audits and renewals that fall within underwriting authority and company guidelines; refer risks that fall outside authority or guidelines
• Review risk management information to identify and recommend risk mitigation solutions and requirements
• Manage a book of business as it grows ensuring high quality and profitability of business
• Anticipate insured and agent needs and find service solutions
• Partner with a designated group of agents with focus on individuals and creating Berkley Asset Protection champions by building strong relationships, coaching on new business solutions, and taking time to understand what’s most important to the agent and client
• Consult and help agents understand our appetite and apply that knowledge to risk selection
• Collaborate with manager and colleagues to co-create plans that drive the business

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1–3 years of Workers Comp underwriting experience
• Must have an analytical mindset to dive into the details of an account in order to craft pricing and coverage that meet underwriting guidelines, profitability models and customer needs
• Incredible empathy and understanding of the needs of our customers, both insureds and their agents alike
• You will be an excellent, pro-active advocate for Berkley Asset Protection customers and are passionate about their brand experience
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; your communication style is flexible to the situation; you communicate clearly and with a purpose; calm under pressure; you have excellent organizational skills, integrity, and great follow-through on tasks
• You are comfortable challenging norms while working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
• You have a strong sense of accountability, fun and adventure
• You love learning how things work and you are always looking for innovative improvements
• Proficiency with the Microsoft suite of products
• Ability to travel as needed, including overnight travel - approx. 5% travel, as needed

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 including: • Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus • Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, 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.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

Job Description

2023 BAP WC Underwriter JD