Berkley Industrial Comp, formerly American Mining Insurance Group, began operating in 1989 as a specialty carrier offering workers compensation coverage to qualified mining and mining related accounts. Known for excellence in loss control, claims management and underwriting, Berkley Industrial Comp has remained focused on our mission as the company has grown and matured.
Since becoming a W.R. Berkley Corporation member company in 2007, Berkley Industrial Comp has quadrupled its operating territory, introduced preferred rating plans, focused on continuous improvement in ease of doing business, made significant new investments in technology and added additional highly experienced staff to our team. With an AM Best rating of A+ Superior XV, Berkley Industrial Comp’s commitment to the mining sector remains unwavering.
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The company is an equal opportunity employer.
ResponsibilitiesBerkley Industrial Comp, a member of W.R. Berkley Corporation, is seeking a dynamic individual charged with course setting and providing leadership and resources to a talented underwriting/risk management team. The position is based in Birmingham, Alabama.
The Vice President, Underwriting will also contribute to business planning, forecasting, expense management, and provide leadership in insurance industry affairs. In addition to achieving defined financial objectives, the expectation is to support the objectives of all other disciplines at Berkley Industrial Comp, exhibiting a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
Key functions include but are not limited to the following:
The Vice President of Underwriting supports, coaches and motivates underwriting staff to meet/exceed business and individual goals. Key functions include, and are not limited to, the following:
Ensure effective underwriting discipline to achieve planned financial objectivesCollaborate with all Berkley Industrial Comp departments to achieve organization-wide goalsMaintain technical underwriting best practices and controls that support professional underwriting performanceAssist team members with managing external relationships to meet new and renewal business objectivesManage the portfolio profitability and identify favorable and unfavorable classes of business Qualifications Bachelors DegreeCPCU and/or CIC strongly desired15 years of experience underwriting workers compensation (high hazard/heavy construction underwriting experience preferred); strong relationships within the industry at carrier and agency levelsMust embrace an innovative culture with internal desire to constantly create value and improve existing processesDemonstrated leadership skills: decision-making, leading and development of direct reportsExceptional mentoring skills, “teacher’s heart”. Strong coaching qualities to serve as valued resource for current and new team membersAdvanced skill set with data analytic tools (Power BI, Excel, Tableau)Front-line working knowledge of the national workers compensation marketplace (major brokers, NCCI and independent bureaus, state peculiarities)Supportive of and actively pursuing continuing education opportunitiesTeam oriented, collaborative mindset with competitive personalityExcellent communication and negotiation skillsThe role will involve periodic overnight travel in support of Berkley Industrial Comp’s underwriting efforts. 20% travel is anticipated with this role.
Additional Company Details We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees
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. Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role Connect With Us! Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.