Executive Sales Underwriter

Berkley Mid-Atlantic Insurance Group (a Berkley Company); Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Mid-Atlantic Insurance Group (a Berkley Company) seeks an experienced Underwriter in Sewickley, PA to independently underwrite complex middle market risks. Candidates should have over 7 years of commercial lines sales and underwriting experience. The role involves collaboration with internal teams and active engagement with agents.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s Degree and advanced insurance designations (CPCU, CIC). The position requires excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of market dynamics.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of commercial lines sales and underwriting experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license for travel.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite complex middle market risks across multiple lines of business.
• Collaborate with internal partners to inform underwriting strategies.
• Engage with agents to drive new business production.

Skills

Commercial lines sales and underwriting experience

Interpersonal relationship skills

Effective communication skills

Technical acumen in commercial insurance

Knowledge of market dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experience

Advanced professional insurance designations (CPCU, CIC)

Job description

Territory

Eastern Pennsylvania

Responsibilities

Strategic Technical Underwriting

• Independently underwrite complex middle market risks across multiple lines of business, including Property, General Liability, Auto, and Umbrella, and Workers’ Compensation, with a focus on profitability and alignment with underwriting appetite.
• Apply advanced risk assessment techniques and industry knowledge to evaluate exposures, structure coverage solutions, and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Collaborate with internal partners such as Loss Control, Claims, and Actuarial to incorporate technical insights into account‑level strategies.
• Maintain a high standard of underwriting discipline, documentation, and compliance with regulatory and internal guidelines.
• Monitor market trends, emerging risks, and competitive positioning to inform underwriting approach and contribute to product refinement.
• Serve as a technical resource to peers and contribute to continuous improvement of underwriting practices through knowledge sharing and feedback.

Enterprise Portfolio Management & Internal Collaboration

• Oversee performance of a multi-regional or national book of business.
• Analyze portfolio trends and emerging risks to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with actuarial, finance, and product teams to develop pricing and segmentation strategies.
• Lead quarterly business reviews and contribute to enterprise planning.
• Partner closely with BMAG and other WRB companies to share market intelligence, align on product development opportunities, and identify enterprise‑wide solutions.

Sales & Distribution Execution

• Actively engage with agents and brokers to drive new business production and retention within the middle market segment.
• Conduct in‑person and virtual sales calls, articulating the company’s value proposition and underwriting appetite.
• Identify and pursue cross‑sell and up‑sell opportunities in collaboration with distribution partners.
• Deliver customized solutions by leveraging product knowledge and aligning offerings with client needs.
• Participate in industry events, agency meetings, and client presentations to build visibility and strengthen relationships.
• Track and analyze producer performance to inform territory strategies and drive targeted outreach.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Product, Loss Control) to support field initiatives and enhance market competitiveness.

Success Factors

• Strategic thinker with a bias for action and innovation.
• Influential leader who inspires trust and drives change.
• Deep understanding of market dynamics and competitive positioning.
• Passionate about talent development and underwriting excellence.
• Collaborative mindset with a strong enterprise orientation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experience and training. Advanced professional insurance designations (CPCU, CIC, etc.) preferred.
• 7+ years of commercial lines sales and underwriting experience with extensive knowledge of industry practices, trends, and a proven sales track record.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills, effective communication skills necessary to build rapport, add value and effectively problem‑solve with agency partners, principals, producers, and staff.
• Valid driver’s license for travel.
• Strong technical acumen in commercial insurance sales and underwriting, and the ability to apply it to effectively interact with internal departments to meet customer needs and solve customer issues.
• Solid understanding of agency prospecting, planning, incentives, and agency performance accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision, delivering results for agencies and the company.
• Working knowledge and familiarity with assigned territory, agencies, and competitors is preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed within the territory; overnight stays may be occasional.

The company is an equal opportunity employer.