W. R. Berkley Corporation · 10 hours ago
Manager – Underwriting Associates
Tennessee, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expW. R. Berkley Corporation is a Fortune 500 Company specializing in insurance services. They are seeking a Manager to supervise Associate Underwriters, focusing on training, performance appraisal, and ensuring high-quality underwriting services.
Auto InsuranceFinancial ServicesHealth InsuranceInsuranceLife InsuranceProfessional ServicesProperty Insurance
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supervises a team of Associate Underwriters
Manages the book of business within the team
Provides guidance and collaborates with staff in the underwriting of all lines of business
Assures accurate classification of business, appropriate policy contract forms and pricing of risk
Monitors and analyzes production, loss experience and competitive marketing data
Develops, implements and monitors action plans as appropriate
Assesses staffing adjustments as needed
Recruits, trains and mentors underwriting staff to assure excellence in customer service, quality, profitability and productivity
Provides frequent and specific constructive feedback to staff
Utilizes team meetings to share information and solicit input from staff
Serves as technical underwriting resource to team and underwrites accounts exceeding authority level of staff
Supports the company’s business plan goals of profitability, managed growth and enhanced competitive advantage
Ensures professional and prompt underwriting service is provided to customers
Underwrites commercial property and casualty accounts with low-hazard exposures
Ensures policies are underwritten utilizing established underwriting workflows, processes and service standards
Monitors and reports on material changes within the market
Reviews industry periodicals and journals, legislative actions and court decisions
Provides necessary reports to management and staff
Completes special projects and other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree; or five years property and casualty underwriting experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Solid knowledge of commercial insurance forms and coverages
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to lead people and influence others to achieve results
Experience attracting, coaching and developing talent
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Works effectively with all levels and can easily build new relationships
Strong knowledge of underwriting principles and policy forms
Demonstrates strong business acumen and critical thinking skills
Ability to prioritize and perform within time constraints with a high volume of work
Strong organizational and desk management skills
Must possess a strong customer orientation
Strong collaboration skills and teamwork minded
Regularly and consistently demonstrates commitment to company values and guiding principles
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to travel on an occasional basis
Preferred
Prior supervisor experience preferred
Company
W. R. Berkley Corporation
Founded in 1967, W. R.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company
2025-12-05Post Ipo Equity
1973-10-19IPO
Leadership Team
R
Richard Baio
Executive Vice President - Chief Financial Officer
E
Edward Linekin
Senior Vice President
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