Excess Casualty Underwriter - Growth & Broker Leadership

Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company); Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company) is seeking an Underwriter in the United States, Virginia region. The role focuses on Excess Casualty underwriting, managing an individual book of business, and directing activities to ensure growth, profitability, and competitive pricing.

The position emphasizes strong broker relationship management, effective communication, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced wholesale environment. Travel may be required as part of broker meetings and coverage discussions.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years E&S excess casualty underwriting experience.
• Strong experience in Excess & Surplus Lines and Wholesale Brokerage Distribution.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and ability to work in fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to travel, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain underwriting responsibility for Excess Casualty, focusing on revenue growth, profitability and competitiveness.
• Oversee policy applications, renewals, repricing, restrictions, and cancellations to assess risk.
• Lead broker meetings and manage broker relationships to drive growth.

Skills

Excess casualty underwriting

E&S market knowledge

Broker relationship building

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Travel willingness

Education

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Project management tools

Job description

Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company) is seeking an Underwriter in the United States, Virginia region. The role focuses on Excess Casualty underwriting, managing an individual book of business, and directing activities to ensure growth, profitability, and competitive pricing.

The position emphasizes strong broker relationship management, effective communication, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced wholesale environment. Travel may be required as part of broker meetings and coverage discussions.