Business Development Underwriter

Berkley • Boston, MA

92d • $90,000 - $120,000 • Remote

About The Position

The NorthEast Region E&S Regional Underwriter supports new business production within an assigned regional underwriting territory. Ideally this role will be located in ME, NH, VT, CT, RI, or other surrounding states. The Regional Underwriter plays a key role in driving profitable growth by underwriting new business, identifying new opportunities, and managing agency relationships. The Regional Underwriter plays a key role in driving profitable growth by underwriting new business submissions alongside the Business Development Underwriter and Small Business Underwriter.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 10 plus years related insurance experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum ten years of experience in E&S underwriting.
• Strong customer service background in a professional environment.
• Entrepreneurial qualities, such as trying innovative solutions, resiliency to change and recognizing what is most important to get done.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial P&C insurance and customer service.
• Skilled in working with independent agents and managing agency partnerships.
• Comfortable with Windows-based tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and online underwriting platforms.
• Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong agency relationships through regular outreach, education, and strategic collaboration.
• Evaluate and underwrite new business within authority, maintaining a 30%+ quote-to-bind ratio and 50% or better loss ratio.
• Meet or exceed targets for new business production.
• Deliver timely, accurate quotes ensuring expeditious response times and consistent service excellence.
• Use underwriting tools to assess risk, pricing, and coverage; review inspections and endorsements to ensure premium adequacy.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
• Onsite Wellness Center and Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day.
• Health Savings Accounts with automatic company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance policies.
• 401(k) program, profit-sharing program, and stock purchase plan.
• Competitive paid time off, paid sick time, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays, a floating holiday, and paid volunteer time.
• Company sponsored conferences, tuition assistance, and industry-related education and exams.
• Team building activities and Plum Benefits program for travel and entertainment discounts.

What This Job Offers

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