Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company) · 4 months ago
Manager - Contract
US-CA-Irvine
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $225K/yr
10+ years expBerkley Surety Group is a service-oriented surety underwriting management company providing a full spectrum of bonds for various accounts. The Manager - Contract Underwriting will manage and underwrite new and renewal business, focusing on achieving financial results through business acquisition and agency development.
Commercial InsuranceInsurance
Responsibilities
Independently underwrite, assess, and manage a portfolio of accounts, including performance and non-performance bonds
Develop and leverage agency/client relationships through high visibility with agents, brokers, and clients
Plan and execute regular travel to enhance new and existing producer and account relationships. Prepare and share meeting agendas, obtain follow-up documentation, evaluate accounts, and submit detailed submission memos for credit approval
Communicate the company's mission and objectives with confidence, professionalism, and empathy. Maintain and manage workflow with agency representatives, meeting all company standards and expectations
Ensure accurate underwriting documentation and adherence to documentation standards. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of all information in account files
Participate in the premium budget and expense process for the profit center
Assist in the development, mentoring, or supervision of junior underwriters and trainees
Perform other duties as assigned to support the team's success
Qualification
Required
Minimum 4-year degree or related industry experience
10+ years of Surety industry or related experience required
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial statements, bond forms, contract documents, and government regulations
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Proficiency in automation tools (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, U/W System, etc.)
Ability to organize and handle medium to complex volumes of information
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Self-motivation and an outgoing orientation with a strong customer focus
Preferred
Business/Finance/Accounting majors preferred, but not required
Banking or Credit Analysis background is a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Acadia Insurance (a Berkley Company)
Acadia Insurance specializes in commercial property casualty insurance. Our company began in 1992 insuring businesses in Maine.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Simone Grimes, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
Steve Rich, CPCU
Senior Vice President & Chief Claims Officer
Recent News
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