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Underwriter

W.R. Berkley

Jacksonville, FL, US

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About the role

Company Details

 

Carolina Casualty is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an insurance holding company that is among the largest commercial lines insurance writers in the United States. We specialize in liability, physical damage, cargo and other insurance solutions for the commercial auto markets including trucking, public transportation and others. 

 

Join Carolina Casualty, where innovation meets purpose.

 

Carolina Casualty is a proud member of W. R. Berkley Corporation, one of the largest commercial lines insurers in the country. What sets us apart is not just our size, but how we work and who we are.

 

We specialize in liability, physical damage, cargo, and other insurance solutions for the commercial auto market, including trucking and public transportation industries that keep America moving. Our team tackles real, complex challenges for the people and businesses that make that possible every day.

 

At CCIC, we live by three simple truths:

 

Always do right. Integrity is not just a slogan. It guides every decision we make.

 

Everything counts; everyone matters. Every role, every voice, and every contribution help shape who we are as an organization.

 

Embrace innovation and act responsibly. We are willing to challenge the status quo while remaining thoughtful and committed to our people, customers, and partners.

 

If you are looking for a place where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and doing the right thing is expected, we would love to meet you.

 

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The Underwriter will contribute to the growth and profitability of Berkley Prime Transportation by achieving underwriting and premium goals through effective risk selection, pricing, and account management using data and analytics.

 

Key functions include but are not limited to the following:

 

 

• Review new and renewal commercial insurance risks and determine accurate classification of business, appropriate policy contract forms, and pricing of risk.• Review and act upon pertinent risk information such as loss control reports, motor vehicle reports (MVRs), loss runs, and financial statements.• Manage the book of business for an assigned agency territory, including achieving predetermined premium goals and profitability objectives.• Conduct audits on agency business and assure compliance with underwriting best practices.• Effectively communicate company underwriting philosophy to agencies.• Cultivate effective agency relationships; conduct agency visits and communicate expectations.• Make recommendations for agency actions when appropriate.• Provide guidance to Assistant Underwriters on technical underwriting matters, including coverages, cancellations, exclusions, endorsements, and non-renewal actions.• Assist in developing new products, coverage enhancements, and procedures that drive production and processing efficiency.

 

Remote work may be considered for highly qualified candidates who do not reside within commuting distance of a Carolina Casualty office.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

 

3+ years of Commercial Trucking experience

 

Education Requirement

 

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in insurance experience.   (Insurance designations a plus)

Additional Company Details

Only solicited resumes/candidate profiles that are submitted by a Berkley Preferred Agency Partner that have been requested by Berkley Internal Recruiting to engage in a particular search will be subject to the payment of Agency fees as defined in the formal agency agreement. Any unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles are not subject to payment of the agency fees. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees which for this role include: • Base Salary Range: $70,000-$90,000 • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment

Additional Requirements

Location and Travel: • Jacksonville, FL – (Available Remote option if outside of Jacksonville) • Travel 20% • If located in Jacksonville, Hybrid schedule: in-office Monday – Thursday; Friday optional remote day

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role