Company Details:
Berkley Product Protection (‘BPP’) is an operating unit of W.R. Berkley Corporation, one of America’s largest commercial lines writers in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join a recently re-branded Berkley Product Protection team (previously called Berkley Global Product Recall). The team consists of product recall and liability specialists and is focused on a sustainable recall offering and its expansion into admitted/non-admitted product liability. We are a collaborative, dedicated, knowledgeable teams and offer unique, tailored liability solutions to higher hazard, more difficult to insure, unique and unusual products-oriented accounts.
The company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities:
Underwriting Assistant (Product Liability)
Are you detail-driven, organized, and ready to grow your career in insurance? Join our dynamic operations team as an Underwriting Assistant, where you’ll play a critical role in supporting underwriting, claims, and finance while contributing to an exceptional client experience.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build or deepen their career in product liability underwriting within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do:
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Partner closely with the Product Liability underwriting team to rate, quote, and issue binders using internal systems
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Prepare and issue policies in accordance with underwriting and operational guidelines
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Process midterm policy endorsements efficiently and accurately
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Communicate with brokers to gather required documentation and follow up on outstanding items
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Support claims by setting up new files, sending notices, and providing administrative assistance
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Assist finance during month-end close, including premium follow-ups
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Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements
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Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to operational excellence
Qualifications:
✅ What You Bring:
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High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
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Previous experience as an Underwriting Assistant, ideally in General Liability (preferred)
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Familiarity with underwriting processes, terminology, and rating practices
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Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe; experience with underwriting systems a plus
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical abilities
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A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality work
Why Join Us?
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Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
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Gain hands-on experience across underwriting, claims, and finance
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Grow your career in a high-impact role within insurance operations
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Work in an environment that values efficiency, ownership, and continuous improvement
Additional Company Details: We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external search 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.
