Reserve Underwriter

Berkley•Morristown, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Reserve Underwriter at Berkley One plays a pivotal role in evaluating and underwriting large account risks, with a strong emphasis on profitable growth and relationship management. This position involves significant decision-making authority and collaboration across multiple teams to ensure high-quality underwriting outcomes. This role will be based in one of our offices: Morristown, NJ Phoenix, AZ Chicago, IL We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 5 years of underwriting experience in high-net-worth personal lines.
Deep technical underwriting competency and love to work on large accounts.
Deep empathy for both insureds and agents, with a passion for delivering an exceptional brand experience and advocating for customer needs.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt your style to suit different audiences and situations.
Naturally inquisitive, always seeking to understand how things work and how they can be improved.
Enjoys diving into account details to craft underwriting solutions that align with guidelines, profitability goals, and client needs.
Willingness to travel as needed, including overnight trips, and to work flexible hours to support clients across time zones.
Demonstrates exceptional proficiency with technology and underwriting tools.

Nice To Haves

Maintains calm under pressure, demonstrates integrity, and follows through on commitments with precision and professionalism.
Comfortable questioning the status quo while working effectively with colleagues across all levels of the organization.
Brings a strong sense of ownership, a spirit of adventure, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
Known for responsiveness and a “find a way to yes” approach, while maintaining strong relationships—even when saying no.

Responsibilities

Focus on underwriting large account new business daily and mining the renewal portfolio, leveraging expertise and sound judgment to select and price risks that align with Berkley One’s profitability goals.
Partner with risk management to assess exposures and recommend solutions that enhance the overall quality of the risk.
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for innovation in underwriting practices and organizational priorities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with a designated group of agents. Act as a trusted advisor by understanding their needs, coaching on solutions, and fostering loyalty to the Berkley One brand.
Educate agents on Berkley One’s risk appetite and guide them in applying this knowledge to appropriate risk selection.
Use advanced underwriting tools and analytics to monitor portfolio quality and inform individual underwriting decisions.
Work closely with Distribution and Marketing teams to co-develop strategies that drive business growth and enhance market presence.
Other work as assigned

Benefits

competitive compensation
paid time off
comprehensive wellness benefits and programs
employer funded health savings account
profit sharing
401k
paid parental leave
employee stock purchase plan
tuition assistance and professional continuing education
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.