Underwriting Assistant

Berkley Product Protection (a Berkley Company); West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) and profit‑sharing plans

Job summary

Berkley Product Protection (BPP), part of W.R. Berkley Corporation, seeks an Underwriting Assistant (Product Liability) in West Hartford, CT. You will support underwriting, claims and finance while delivering exceptional client service.

Join a collaborative team and grow in a fast‑paced product liability underwriting environment. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred, with strong Excel/Office skills and underwriting familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous experience as an Underwriting Assistant, ideally in General Liability.
• Familiarity with underwriting processes and rating practices.
• Strong MS Excel, Word and Adobe; underwriting systems a plus.
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Proactive, team‑oriented mindset with commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Liability underwriting to rate, quote and issue binders using internal systems.
• Prepare and issue policies per guidelines.
• Process midterm policy endorsements accurately.
• Communicate with brokers to gather documents and follow up.
• Support claims by creating files, sending notices and assisting admin.
• Assist finance during month‑end close, including premium follow‑ups.
• Ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify process improvements to drive operational excellence.

Skills

Excel

Word

Adobe

Underwriting terminology

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Underwriting systems

Job description

Berkley Product Protection (‘BPP’) is an operating unit of W.R. Berkley Corporation, one of America’s largest commercial lines writers in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join a recently re‑branded Berkley Product Protection team (previously called Berkley Global Product Recall). The team consists of product recall and liability specialists and is focused on a sustainable recall offering and its expansion into admitted/non‑admitted product liability. We are a collaborative, dedicated, knowledgeable teams and offer unique, tailored liability solutions to higher hazard, more difficult to insure, unique and unusual products‑oriented accounts.

Berkley Product Protection (‘BPP’) is an operating unit of W.R. Berkley Corporation, one of America’s largest commercial lines writers in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join a recently re‑branded Berkley Product Protection team (previously called Berkley Global Product Recall). The team consists of product recall and liability specialists and is focused on a sustainable recall offering and its expansion into admitted/non‑admitted product liability. We are a collaborative, dedicated, knowledgeable teams and offer unique, tailored liability solutions to higher hazard, more difficult to insure, unique and unusual products‑oriented accounts.

The company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Underwriting Assistant (Product Liability)

Are you detail‑driven, organized, and ready to grow your career in insurance? Join our dynamic operations team as an Underwriting Assistant, where you’ll play a critical role in supporting underwriting, claims, and finance while contributing to an exceptional client experience.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or deepen their career in product liability underwriting within a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Partner closely with the Product Liability underwriting team to rate, quote, and issue binders using internal systems
• Prepare and issue policies in accordance with underwriting and operational guidelines
• Process midterm policy endorsements efficiently and accurately
• Communicate with brokers to gather required documentation and follow up on outstanding items
• Support claims by setting up new files, sending notices, and providing administrative assistance
• Assist finance during month‑end close, including premium follow‑ups
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to operational excellence

Qualifications

What You Bring

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience as an Underwriting Assistant, ideally in General Liability (preferred)
• Familiarity with underwriting processes, terminology, and rating practices
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe; experience with underwriting systems a plus
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and analytical abilities
• A proactive, team‑oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high‑quality work

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Gain hands‑on experience across underwriting, claims, and finance
• Grow your career in a high‑impact role within insurance operations
• Work in an environment that values efficiency, ownership, and continuous improvement

Additional Company Details

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external search firms.

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

• Base Salary Range: $30-38 per hour
• 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.