Executive Underwriter, Professional Liability at Berkley

Company DetailsBerkley Edge offers solutions for hard-to-place and distressed risks for both professional and casualty lines of business. Edge will focus on small to mid-sized risks through a wholesale only distribution model.The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.ResponsibilitiesThe Executive Underwriter is responsible for managing a book of business and driving revenue growth profitability and competitiveness in Professional Liability lines. This role oversees underwriting activities including applications renewals pricing and risk assessment while serving as the primary contact for assigned brokers to foster relationships and resolve service issues. Recognized as a technical expert the Executive Underwriter also provides leadership guidance and training to less experienced underwriters.Key Responsibilities:Underwrite and manage Professional Liability products including Architects & Engineers Lawyers Insurance Agents & Brokers and Miscellaneous Non-Medical lines.Develop pricing strategies and proposals; assess risk acceptability and rate adequacy.Collaborate with brokers to grow business and market appetite; resolve service issues.Act as a referral source and coach for coverage pricing and regulatory matters.Identify market trends coverage enhancements and technological improvements.Partner with claims to incorporate trends into underwriting decisions.Lead and develop underwriting team members.QualificationsBachelors degree or equivalent experience (Risk Management preferred).Minimum 10 years of Professional Liability underwriting experience.Strong background in Excess & Surplus Lines and Wholesale Brokerage Distribution.CPCU RPLU ASLI AU or similar designations preferred.Experience writing primary and excess Professional Liability required.Additional Company DetailsWe do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or 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 RoleRequired Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Loan Processing,Computer Skills,Fraud,Math,Banking,Pricing,Analysis Skills,Fair Housing Regulations,Underwriting,Financial Analysis,negotiation,Phone Etiquette Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1