Associate Underwriter - Management Liability

Berkley Small Business Solutions (a Berkley Company); Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Edge is seeking an Associate Underwriter – Management Liability in Saint Petersburg, FL to support growth and profitability of the Management Liability portfolio. You will underwrite, evaluate risk, maintain broker relationships, and deliver exceptional client service.

Key duties include underwriting new and renewal business, pricing decisions, coordinating with brokers, and driving production while collaborating with internal teams on strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of Management Liability underwriting experience.
• 1-2+ years of E&S underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of E&S lines and wholesale brokerage distribution.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of wholesale agency networks preferred.
• RPLU designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal Management Liability business within assigned authority.
• Evaluate submissions, pricing, coverage, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations to determine risk acceptability.
• Build and maintain strong broker relationships to drive business growth and enhance market presence.
• Serve as a primary contact for assigned brokers, resolving service issues and providing responsive support.
• Negotiate coverage terms, identify new business opportunities, and achieve production goals.
• Apply underwriting, pricing, and risk selection expertise to support profitable growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams and contribute to underwriting, operational, and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Management Liability underwriting

E&S underwriting

Wholesale brokerage

Analytical skills

Relationship building

Multi-priority handling

Customer service

RPLU designation (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Details

Berkley Edge offers solutions for hard-to-place and distressed risks for both professional and casualty lines of business.Berkley Edge focuses on small to mid-sized risks through a wholesale only distribution model.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer

Responsibilities

Associate Underwriter – Management Liability

The Associate Underwriter, Management Liability supports the growth, profitability, and performance of the Management Liability portfolio. This role is responsible for underwriting and managing an assigned book of business, evaluating risks, maintaining strong broker relationships, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal Management Liability business within assigned authority.
• Evaluate submissions, pricing, coverage, renewals, endorsements, and cancellations to determine risk acceptability.
• Build and maintain strong broker relationships to drive business growth and enhance market presence.
• Serve as a primary contact for assigned brokers, resolving service issues and providing responsive support.
• Negotiate coverage terms, identify new business opportunities, and achieve production goals.
• Apply underwriting, pricing, and risk selection expertise to support profitable growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams and contribute to underwriting, operational, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of Management Liability underwriting experience.
• 1-2+ years of Excess & Surplus (E&S) underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of E&S lines and wholesale brokerage distribution.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong customer-service orientation and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of wholesale agency networks preferred.
• RPLU designation is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant insurance industry experience.

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.

Additional Requirements

Location and Travel:

• Primary location: Saint Petersburg, FL.
• Travel: Ability to travel, as needed.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role