Life Sciences Underwriting VP — Strategy & Growth Leader

Berkley Life Sciences (a Berkley Company); Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Annual discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkley Life Sciences, located in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking a strategic leader to manage and develop underwriting teams while driving profitable growth across products. The successful candidate will have a strong background in package lines, management experience, and expertise in the life sciences sector.

This role emphasizes relationship management with brokers and requires strong communication skills, along with a commitment to talent development and a focus on results.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in package lines including auto, property, workers compensation, and umbrella.
• Minimum of 5 years previous management experience.
• Life Science experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for profitable growth.
• Coach, mentor, and develop underwriting team.
• Manage senior-level relationships with key brokers.

Skills

Coaches and Motivates Others

Builds Effective Teams

Customer Focus & Teamwork

Innovation and Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Berkley Life Sciences, located in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking a strategic leader to manage and develop underwriting teams while driving profitable growth across products. The successful candidate will have a strong background in package lines, management experience, and expertise in the life sciences sector.

This role emphasizes relationship management with brokers and requires strong communication skills, along with a commitment to talent development and a focus on results.