AVP, Excess Casualty Division Manager

Berkley • Tampa, FL

101d

About The Position

The AVP, Excess Casualty Division Manager will lead the underwriting unit writing excess casualty accounts including but not limited to general liability, employers' liability, auto, and liquor liability. The manager will set the vision, drive underwriting strategy, manage the portfolio and lead the team. The manager will also be responsible for training of staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree highly desired; advanced degree or CPCU designation a plus.
• 7+ years of relevant E&S experience including in-depth knowledge of casualty risks.
• Strong technical underwriting background with experience in leadership roles.
• Proven success in building and managing profitable portfolios.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance markets and trends.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute underwriting strategy for Excess Casualty division.
• Build, train, and lead a high-performing team of underwriters.
• Monitor emerging risks, market trends, and regulatory developments to change product as needed.
• Work with Product and Forms Specialist to create coverage forms.
• Work with actuarial to create pricing models.
• Establish risk appetite guidelines.
• Handle underwriting referrals.
• Monitor portfolio performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain profitability.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key distribution partners.
• Lead initiatives to grow market share in target segments.
• Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Partner with actuarial, claims, legal, and data teams to ensure a holistic view of risk and make an underwriting profit.
• Report on key metrics and provide insights to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan
• Robust benefits package for full time regular employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree