Product Manager

Berkley Management Protection (a Berkley Company); West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkley Management Protection in Hartford, CT, is seeking a seasoned Product Manager to guide the development, enhancement, and execution of the management liability product strategy. You will collaborate with underwriting, legal, compliance, operations, and technology to design new coverages and improve agent portal functionality while driving profitable growth.

This role requires 5+ years in product management or underwriting within insurance, strong project management skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Product Management, Product Development, Underwriting, or related insurance experience.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to evaluate data and identify trends.
• Proven ability to collaborate with underwriting, operations, technology, actuarial, legal, compliance, and distribution partners.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of product and underwriting strategy.
• Assist in design, development, and implementation of new products, coverage enhancements, and endorsements.
• Support product filings and coordinate with legal, compliance, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, emerging risks, competitor activity, and industry developments.
• Leverage portfolio performance, production, and market data to support recommendations and initiatives.
• Develop underwriting training materials and product documentation.
• Participate in product governance initiatives and QA reviews.
• Partner with underwriting, product management, operations, and technology teams to improve agent portal functionality and user experience.
• Communicate product changes and market insights across the organization.
• Minimum travel of 10%.

Skills

Product management

Underwriting

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/administration or related field

Job description

Berkley Management Protection

Berkley Management Protection offers a modular suite of management liability products through the GroveSM, their bespoke and easy to use platform tailored towards independent agents. Their Trellis Management Liability PortfolioSM of coverages include directors and officers, employment practices, fiduciary, cyber, crime and miscellaneous professional liability.

Company Details

Company URL: https://www.berkleymp.com/

Responsibilities

The Product Manager at Berkley Management Protection will support the development, enhancement, and execution of product strategy across the management liability product suite. This role will focus on product development, coverage innovation, product maintenance, underwriting enablement, and user experience improvements that drive profitable growth and operational excellence.

• Support the development and execution of product and underwriting strategy.
• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of new products, coverage enhancements, and endorsement solutions that address evolving market needs.
• Support product filings and coordinate with legal, compliance, and regulatory stakeholders to facilitate timely implementation of product changes.
• Monitor market trends, emerging risks, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify opportunities for product enhancement and portfolio growth.
• Leverage portfolio performance, production, and market data to support product recommendations, business decisions, and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and maintain underwriting training materials and product documentation to support operational efficiency and consistency.
• Participate in product governance initiatives, including quality assurance reviews, audit standards, underwriting authority enhancements, and operational best practices.
• Partner with underwriting, product management, operations, and technology teams to improve agent portal functionality, workflow efficiency, automation capabilities, and overall user experience.
• Communicate product changes, market insights, and strategic initiatives effectively across the organization.
• Minimum 10% travel required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of Product Management, Product Development, Underwriting, or related insurance experience.
• Demonstrated ability to support the development, enhancement, and management of insurance products and coverage solutions.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with underwriting, operations, technology, actuarial, legal, compliance, and distribution partners to deliver an exceptional product experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in business management/administration, Mathematics, Finance, Risk Management, Actuarial Science or Economics.

Additional Company Details

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

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:

• Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus
• Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role