Executive Technology Underwriter

Company Details

Berkley Technology Underwriters is a global insurance provider offering property, casualty, professional and cyber insurance coverage for technology companies.

Responsibilities

As a Sr. Technology Underwriter, you’ll be responsible for the management and growth of a Northern California Territory  book of business as well as the acquisition of new business with a focus on Technology Middle Market insurance customers.  We will rely on you to analyze customers’ business information and claims history, monitor clients’ activities to change the policies as risks evolve.  You’ll evaluate acceptability of individual risks and determine overall acceptability of risk, coverage terms and pricing to achieve company profit objectives.  You’ll work with agents/brokers to develop productive and profitable relationships while also ensuring compliance with company underwriting guidelines and insurance regulators.

Responsible for profitable results by maintaining high premium retention ratios

Manage accounts for assigned territory

Handle new and renewal submissions and endorsement requests from agents/ producers

Document underwriting files to support analysis, coverage terms and pricing

Operate according to underwriting authority as delegated by manager

In conjunction with management, lead renewal business initiatives for territory including execution of pricing, premium retention, coverage analysis, loss control needs, claim service needs and account stewardship

Provides clear instruction and guidance to underwriting support staff and operations staff

Learn and develop sales and marketing skills and strategies in order to meet financial goals

Follow established pricing, underwriting and documentation protocol as set forth by underwriting management

Mentor & coach junior underwriters and underwriting support staff

May perform other functions as assigned

Company URL: https://www.berkley-tech.com/

For highly qualified candidates with established relationships within the Northern California Territory, remote work arrangements may be considered. Candidates must be willing and able to travel throughout the territory as needed.

Qualifications

3 to 5 years years of experience in a commercial underwriting experience

Knowledge of commercial lines underwriting standards and practices along with rating/pricing methods

Knowledge of interpreting coverage forms

Negotiation skills

Experience selling and/or marketing insurance products & services

Strong customer service skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Strong interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Excellent PC skills and a working knowledge of Windows environment a valid driver’s license and carry vehicle insurance coverage.

Education Requirement

Four-year college degree or equivalent experience

Additional Company Details We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: • Base Salary Range: $120k-$150k • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus • Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, 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 Travel: 25%-50%.