AVP, Casualty Team Lead at Berkley

Company DetailsAt Verus Specialty Insurance a proud member of the esteemed W.R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) we stand as a leading Excess and Surplus Lines provider delivering comprehensive solutions across the United States. Backed by the formidable strength of a Fortune 500 titan and operating with the agility of a nimble startup we blend the best of both worlds to foster innovation and excellence in everything we do.Our nationwide operations are supported by a robust network of select wholesale producers ensuring that our reach and capabilities are always close at hand. We are driven by a forward-thinking leadership that champions a dynamic culture where questioning the norm is not just welcomed but expected. This ethos empowers our team to consistently surpass customer expectations and drive the industry forward.At Verus we are more than just a company; we are a community that thrives on collaboration growth and taking ownership of our actions. We are constantly on the lookout for exceptional talent who are eager to contribute innovate and grow with us. If you are passionate about making a mark in the insurance industry and align with our vision we eagerly await your application. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued and your potential fully realized!The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. overall responsibility for underwriting including revenue growth profitability and competitiveness by directing the activities for an underwriting function or team. Oversees policy applications renewals repricing restrictions and cancellations to determine risk acceptability and coverage. Recognized as a technical expert that has both technical and administrative responsibility. Involved in planning and implementing administrative technical and operational direction toward achieving defined goals and objectives. Assists in the development of strategic plans and annual budgets and is directly responsible for overseeing and managing the handling of the large key accounts. Focus is maintained on their assigned brokers to foster growth understanding of our business marketing of our appetite and initiatives as well as the key point person for resolution of service issues. This position will require staffing management responsibilities managing financial outcomes and or physical resources related to the positions functional areas of responsibilities.Industry/Practice/KnowledgeDemonstrates broad knowledge of the business the marketplace and the companys overall goals objectives and performance measures through effective deliver of all products and services.Links product line policies procedures and practices to the overall company strategyDemonstrates a broad overview of the companys operationsIdentifies and acts on opportunities to share line of business knowledge with customersBenchmarks programs and policies against market trends.Recognizes and advances the development of technological enhancements to meet strategic needsBlends outside ideas with internal values when making recommendationsNetworks with peers and outside resources to exchange ideas and informationMake recommendations in the development and implementation of policies and practicesRecommends new coverage enhancements to products to fill market gaps needed to create customer valueServes line of business/industry committees featured speaker or panel member on internal and external eventsProduct SkillsIntegrates coverage service and regulatory or emerging hazard issues to exceed the needs of the customerIdentifies and coordinates customized services to specific clientsIdentifies new coverage and product needs in the marketInterprets and compares global coverages and exposures in multi-jurisdictionsCoaches and directs others on coverage service and regulatory or emerging hazard issuesActs as a referral source on coverage and pricingBook Management/Pricing SkillsAchieves profitable growth through effective use of underwriting and business skills in assigned territory or product line.Creates and applies specific line of business strategies across all locations of operationsUtilizes current data and initiates customized information to interpret pricing and exposure trends in the bookInitiates appropriate actions to sustain profitDevelops pricing proposals utilizing advanced techniquesUnderstands pricing needs over a large territory or book of businessCoaches and directs on unique pricing mechanisms and evaluates the impact of risk transfer to recommend appropriate action that enhance long term profitabilityOversee and audit to ensure appropriate actions are taken to ensure profitRisk SelectionGathers and analyzes information to determine risk acceptabilityRecognizes and advocates certain expectations to underwriting standards and create viable optionsAssesses rate adequacy relative to exposureIntegrates internal and external resourcesAssesses and prioritizes underwriting and service needs and the feasibility of their deliveryIdentifies critical exposures trends and opportunities and assists with the development of strategies to address themShares specialized knowledge of exposures for industry or market segmentsClient ManagementPersuades customers in a preferred directionDemonstrates the ability to influence the decision-maker/buyerBuilds and leads effective client teamsNegotiates advanced coverage issuesSolicits customer feedback and brings resolution to issuesProducts training guidance and acts as a referral source on coverage and pricingDemonstrates advanced selling skillsCoaches and develops staff on client managementPeople ManagementMeasures performance with the goal of improving resultsEvaluates staffing needs to meet business plansDrives corporate diversity goalsManages and develops staffQualificationsCollege degree and/or equivalent work experience with demonstrated involvement in insurance industry education. Resourceful analytical with the ability to execute tasks through to resolutionStrong oral/written communication skills with a positive attitudeDetail-oriented with initiative and ability to work in fast-paced team environmentA focus on delivering exceptional customer serviceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently as well as part of a teamHigh sense of urgency and need to identify and resolve issuesAbility to travel as neededComputer literate including use of Word Excel and various project management toolsAbility to lead/coach/advise a team successfully#LI-FL1 #LI-HYBRIDAdditional Company DetailsWe 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. 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 DetailsSponsorship not Offered for this Role Key Skills Law Enforcement,ABB,Marine Biology,Filing,Automobile,AV Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1