AVP Underwriter, Excess — Lead Strategy & Key Accounts

W. R. Berkley Corporation; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plan

Robust benefits package

Job summary

W. R. Berkley Corporation is seeking an experienced AVP Underwriter to manage business development and marketing strategies for a specific book of business. The role requires 10+ years in commercial insurance underwriting, with expertise in excess and surplus lines. Responsibilities include production and underwriting of accounts, compliance with standards, and development of broker relationships. The position covers a nationwide territory and offers a competitive compensation package, although sponsorship is not available for this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial insurance underwriting experience, preferably in E&S markets.
• Technical knowledge of general casualty lines of coverage, other lines of experience a plus.
• Experience with excess casualty contractual wording, rating methodologies.
• Some travel required, up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Production and underwriting of new and renewal accounts.
• Compliance with underwriting documentation rules and guidelines.
• Maintains an acceptable underwriting profit.
• Development and maintenance of key broker/agent relationships.
• Participates in internal company training and continuing education.

Skills

Commercial insurance underwriting experience

Technical knowledge of general casualty lines

Experience with excess casualty contractual wording

Financial analysis

Policy structure understanding

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent insurance experience

Job description

W. R. Berkley Corporation is seeking an experienced AVP Underwriter to manage business development and marketing strategies for a specific book of business. The role requires 10+ years in commercial insurance underwriting, with expertise in excess and surplus lines. Responsibilities include production and underwriting of accounts, compliance with standards, and development of broker relationships. The position covers a nationwide territory and offers a competitive compensation package, although sponsorship is not available for this role.