Underwriter

Berkley•Chicago, IL

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Berkley One is a modern insurance provider for a modern generation of affluence, serving clients who live dynamic, adventurous lives and expect their insurance experience to match. The mission is to deliver highly personalized risk and claims management through a blend of expert independent agents, cutting-edge digital tools, and the strength of the Berkley brand. Joining Berkley One means being part of a forward-thinking team that's reimagining personal insurance, building sophisticated and agile solutions for clients who value innovation, simplicity, and exceptional service. This role involves collaborating with passionate professionals, leveraging modern technology, and helping shape the future of the industry. As a Personal Lines Underwriter, you will play a pivotal role in evaluating and underwriting new business risks, with a strong emphasis on profitable growth and relationship management, involving significant decision-making authority and collaboration across multiple teams to ensure high-quality underwriting outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) or equivalent professional experience
Minimum of two years of underwriting experience in high net worth personal lines.
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.
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.
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.

Responsibilities

Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
Internal mobility opportunities
Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
Opportunity to impact change
New Business Underwriting: Focus on underwriting new business daily, leveraging expertise and sound judgment to select and price risks that align with Berkley One’s profitability goals.
Risk Management Collaboration: Partner with risk management to assess exposures and recommend solutions that enhance the overall quality of the risk.
Innovation and Process Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for innovation in underwriting practices and organizational priorities.
Agent Relationship Management: 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.
Appetite Consultation: Educate agents on Berkley One’s risk appetite and guide them in applying this knowledge to appropriate risk selection.
Technology Utilization: Use advanced underwriting tools and analytics to monitor portfolio quality and inform individual underwriting decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Distribution and Marketing teams to co-develop strategies that drive business growth and enhance market presence.
Other work as assigned