Senior Broker Specialist

Berkley•Atlanta, GA

6d•$130,000 - $150,000•Remote

About The Position

Vela Insurance Services is seeking a Senior Broker Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for a relationship-driven underwriter who excels at the intersection of sales, strategy, and underwriting expertise. The position focuses on new business growth within the E&S construction space, involving ownership of broker relationships, market strategy, and portfolio performance. The Senior Broker Specialist will act as a trusted underwriting expert and strategic partner to wholesale brokers, driving profitable new business, influencing product direction, and representing the company in the marketplace.

Requirements

5–8+ years of experience in E&S underwriting or broker-facing insurance sales.
Proven success in new business production and relationship management demonstrating strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of E&S market dynamics and wholesale broker distribution.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, Risk Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Own new business production by serving as the lead underwriter for the assigned market segment.
Build and deepen broker relationships through proactive engagement, strategic planning, and in-person visits.
Act as the primary point of contact for assigned wholesale brokers, delivering responsive service and thoughtful underwriting guidance.
Partner cross-functionally with internal underwriting and support teams to deliver timely, competitive, and customized solutions.
Negotiate pricing and terms to secure profitable, sustainable business.
Manage and grow a robust new-business pipeline, consistently meeting or exceeding production goals.
Support renewal retention efforts and contribute to long-term portfolio health.
Shape efficiency, productivity, and decision-making by leveraging technology and AI tools.
Contribute to underwriting growth strategies by monitoring rate adequacy, productivity metrics, and portfolio performance.
Provide insight on underwriting guidelines and product enhancements based on market trends and broker feedback.
Represent the organization at industry events, broker meetings, and conferences.
Travel regularly to strengthen relationships and drive market presence.