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Company Details: BerkleyNet is an innovative workers compensation insurance provider that does all its business online. Our Goal? To make doing business "Ridiculously Fast. Amazingly Easy." Responsibilities: As a Premium Audit Analyst, you will be working closely with team leads and managers to align and support the Premium Audit function within the Underwriting Department. In this role, you will analyze information from third-party investigation of our risks, and interpret class code and ownership information to charge accurate premium. The role includes both defined ownership responsibilities to include leading tasks or projects to completion, and defined customer-focused responsibilities through the premium audit lifecycle. It is expected that analysts work with management on underwriting activities including but not limited to: interface with customers via phone, instant messaging, or email, management of department tasks, evaluation of results and deployment of resources. A Premium Audit Analyst fulfills the primary responsibilities of the role by executing the following duties and tasks: The ability to manage self and the day with competing priorities and hold themselves and others accountable for results Using data analysis to drive results and efficiencies in process and product Be able to present metric driven solutions to current issues within department as well as inform the department on progress within tasks/projects assigned to them Partners with management to focus on resource development and allocation for various projects Displays initiative to generate solutions in both every day work, as well as projects Identifies issues and thoroughly vets the scope of the issue Actively involved in their own career development, and continuing education Assist where it is needed in planning/budgeting Lead or participate in cross functional project teams as determined by management Additional duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Berkley Core Competencies · Accountability · Communication · Customer Focus and Teamwork · Innovation and Initiative · Flexibility Role Specific Competencies · Collaboration · Positive Learning Culture · Decision Making and Problem Solving · Situational Adaptability · Employee Performance Management · Extreme Ownership Additional Eligibility Qualifications · 1-2 years of experience in the Insurance industry preferably with Workers Compensation Background · Ability to comprehend and draw conclusion in accordance to Basic Manuals and State Specific Guidelines · CA Auditing Experience a plus · Excellent communication and organization skills · Strong customer orientation including strong interpersonal, communication and consultation skills · Ability to manage and influence in a cross-functional matrix environment · Strong discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information · Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines · Extremely strong analytical and quantitative skills coupled with strategic/big picture orientation · Excellent organization, prioritization and customer service skills to effectively follow-up on complex and detailed work activities · Proven record of setting delivery commitments and meeting expectations Prefer one of the following: CPCU, ARM, or other insurance designation

Company Details: Key Risk, a member of Berkley Insurance Company, is a leading provider of workers compensation insurance products and services for employers throughout the eastern United States. With a sole focus on workers compensation, Key Risk works with Key Alliance agents, insurance clients, self-insured employers, and the injured workers they support to create solutions specific to their needs. Enriching each client's risk management strategies, Key Risk creates and executes comprehensive solutions proven to protect people, support business, and exceed expectations. Committed to delivering better outcomes and industry leading service, Key Risk operates from headquarters in Greensboro, NC and through regional offices and territory-dedicated staff in the states of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia. This regional approach provides agents and clients with the benefit of working with experts who have first-hand knowledge of the local workers compensation market. Key Risk is committed to fostering a professional work environment for all its employees. Through an ongoing commitment to innovation, continuous improvement and education, Key Risk attracts and retains associates with a unique blend of workers compensation expertise and a passion for excellence. We are proud to have been recognized among Business Insurance's Best Places to Work in 2009, 2011, 2015, and most recently in 2017. Click to learn more about working at Key Risk. Responsibilities: Key Risk is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced underwriter to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to achieving and exceeding the regions' profit plan through proper risk selection, agency management, and communication of Key Risk's value proposition. Key functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Underwrites accounts up to $750,000 annual premium Manage a book of business $5,000,000 to $7,000,000 Develops and maintains relationships with 10-15 agencies Responsible for a moderate number of agencies including partners with Advantage and/or Premier status within our Key Alliance agency structure Achieves/exceeds planned accident year loss ratio, rate change, renewal retention and inforce premium goals Takes initiative to recommend potential improvements in underwriting principles, techniques or appetite Complies with insurance filings and regulatory requirements Research new market niches, serve as an industry lead, and participate in special projects Establishes a knowledge base of agency needs, staff, target markets, and contracted insurers Performs agency evaluations and establishes agency goals within required time frames and expectations Participates effectively in new and renewal team sales activities and Client Service Management (CSM) meetings to obtain and retain profitable business Qualifications: BA/BS Degree CPCU, CIC, or AU designation preferred 3 - 5 years of workers compensation underwriting experience with the full array of industrial classes, deductibles and dividend plans as well as an understanding of loss development and the ability to objectively assess workplace hazards, hazard controls and employer financials Two to three years of marketing experience working with independent agents Self-motivated and results oriented Strong managerial skills with the ability to work independently and as a team member Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners Superior customer service skills Excellent vendor management skills Ability to remain positive and calm in times of stress Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, determine priorities and adapt to changing priorities as needed Travel is required including an occasional overnight stay to visit agents, attend seminars and participate in company/industry related functions.

Company Details: Berkley Cyber Risk Solutions provides first and third-party cyber coverage for emerging cyber exposures, complemented by pre and post breach services. A team of experienced professionals delivers comprehensive cyber coverage and data breach protection to commercial insureds of all sizes and industries. Our singular focus of viewing cyber as a peril allows us to constantly refine and update new coverage options for emerging risks and trends and be responsive to client specific coverage and service needs. Responsibilities: The Senior Underwriter is responsible for developing and maintaining broker relationships that drive success in underwriting and maintaining a profitable book of business as per company guidelines. S/he maintains primary and excess underwriting files, including underwriting analysis worksheets, rate plans, underwriting referrals, policies, and endorsements in accordance to company guidelines. The position will ideally be located in New York but other East Coast locations are also possible. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for underwriting, pricing, and analyzing new and renewal book of business within company guidelines, including commission and renewal rate objectives. Maintain an understanding of the local market contacts/relationships needed to ensure production goals are achieved. Responsible for new business production and maintenance of existing book of business. Responsible for responding to all mid-term service requests Responsible for the maintenance of underwriting files and maintaining proper and complete underwriting documentation in accordance to company requirements. Collaborate with General Counsel on manuscript endorsements and underwriting compliance issues. Collaborate with UA in preparation of renewals, including renewal solicitation notices and conditional renewal/non-renewal letters. Support less experienced Underwriters with training, analysis and authority of underwriting files as requested by manager. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited University/College Advanced degrees and industry designations desirable 5-8 years of insurance industry experience Strong organizations skills required to successfully manage underwriting files and workflow process Strong written and verbal communication skills Demonstrated capability of managing all aspects of the underwriting files. Demonstrate knowledge and experience of the cyber insurance marketplace. Product knowledge of cyber products, coverage and forms. Technical and complex underwriting, pricing and risk analysis expertise Ability to travel as needed within the Region

Company Details: "Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence." Founded in 1967, W. R. Berkley Corporation has grown from a small investment management firm into one of the largest commercial lines property and casualty insurers in the United States. Along the way, we've been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, seen our revenue soar well past $7 billion, and become a well-respected Fortune 500 Company. Today, the Berkley brand comprises 53 Berkley companies worldwide. Still managed by our Executive Chairman, founder and largest shareholder, W. R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned to respond to opportunities for future growth. In April 2017, W. R. Berkley Corporation celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding. Responsibilities: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Actuarial Analyst to work from our downtown Chicago or Naperville office to perform pricing analyses and provide actuarial support for state regulatory filings. This Actuarial Analyst position is part of the Enterprise Product Support Services (EPSS) organization, which provides product support services for several decentralized operating units within the W.R. Berkley Group. The Actuarial Analyst works closely within an internal team of actuaries, regulatory filing analysts, product managers, data consultants, and policy systems administrators to develop and maintain appropriate pricing and product support on behalf of the supported operating units. This position reports to the Vice President and head actuary of EPSS. The Actuarial Analyst has an essential role in the state filing process by producing rate indications, actuarial analyses, actuarial memoranda, and actuarial filing forms and applications; by providing measurements of rate change impacts; and by corresponding with regulators. Preferred candidates are pursuing an actuarial credential (ACAS/FCAS), if not yet attained. Responsibilities - Primary Duties Provide support for filing of rates and rules of affiliated insurance companies for various commercial lines of business in all U.S. jurisdictions Use traditional ratemaking methods to develop and support indicated rate changes Complete rate change applications, actuarial exhibits, calculation of loss cost multiplier worksheets, and transmittal forms for state regulatory filings In association with others, reform rate/rule manuals and filing documents and formulate responses to address state insurance regulators' objection letters to rate and rule filings Use various databases and websites to access information from rating bureaus' manual pages, circulars, and filings, and from affiliated insurance companies' manuals, filings, and financial statements Use SQL to retrieve company data from relational databases needed for actuarial analyses and reports Analyze rate impacts of rating bureau loss cost / rate changes and prepare recurring reports for operating units Perform research and analysis of rating bureau programs and filings, industry practices, and competitor filings for the development of programs, rating plans, rates, rules, and forms Assist in developing, maintaining, and overseeing various templates, databases, and other technology tools in support of the operations of EPSS and affiliated companies Develop effective working relationships with the internal team of regulatory filing analysts, product managers, data consultants, and policy systems administrators and extended teams of supported operating unit underwriters and actuaries through demonstrated technical expertise, insurance product knowledge and professionalism Conduct actuarial analyses, reports, and presentations as needed Qualifications: Education, Knowledge and Technical Skills Bachelor's degree; preferably in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, data analytics, or business Minimum 3 years' experience in actuarial analysis Demonstrated progress with passing CAS actuarial examinations Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Proficiency at accessing relational databases / practical skills with SQL Knowledge of actuarial concepts and ratemaking practices and techniques Knowledge of P&C commercial lines insurance coverages (e.g., ISO, NCCI, AAIS products) Knowledge of insurance company operations Knowledge of NAIC Annual Statement Knowledge of U.S. insurance regulatory environment Excellent analytical skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to manage multiple projects within deadlines Compliance mindset and attention to detail Ability to think creatively to solve problems Pride of ownership when dispatching assignments with a focus on results

Company Details: At Berkley Entertainment, our team's industry experience and collaborative approach leads to great client solutions - and this is by design. We are here to assist with customizing products and services that are tailored to respond to each client's unique exposures. Our business model is focused on you and providing peace of mind - the way we operate, the team we have built, current and planned future products, and the way we interact with clients - will meet or exceed your expectations. Responsibilities: The Claims Operations Analyst provides operational analysis and support across the Claims Department. S/he collaborates with Claims leadership to focus on primarily on operational improvements, process engineering, quality assurance control/standards, regulatory compliance and other matters as necessary. Monitors productivity and claims inventory to provide analysis and recommendations to Claims senior leadership. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Will drive operations and innovation activities within the Claim Department. Using strong business acumen, oversees operations that connect the Claim Department to the other company disciplines of Underwriting, Business Development, Risk Management, IT, Finance, and overall Company operations. May assist with change management implementations for the Claim Department. Responsible for exploring process improvement and consistency opportunities. Serves as product owner for claims projects and implementations including development, coordination and presentation of business cases, working with business partners including BEI IT, BTS, other internal departments, and outsourced technology providers. Plans, directs and executes the company's vision by ensuring best practices are established, shared, utilized and maintained. Recommends refining existing operations to ensure consistent and coordinated outcomes. Ensures that continuous improvement processes are executed to support the achievement of business results and most importantly continued efficiency improvements and appropriate expense management. Champions innovation through all stages: ideation, experimentation and deployment for claims. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business insurance or related field. Minimum of 3-5 years of workers compensation or casualty claims handling experience required. 5+ years' experience in regulatory or compliance related field preferred. Experience in regulatory compliance specific to workers compensation Serve as a regulatory subject matter expert to the claims team (Ex. Medicare, EDI) Effectively manage a project and/or lead a team Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to indirectly lead people and influence others to achieve results Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills Works effectively with all levels and can easily build new relationships Demonstrated critical thinking, problem analysis, and problem resolution skills at both a strategic and functional level Must be action oriented and have strong drive for results Organization skills to effectively establish work priorities Possess strong customer orientation Able to consistently demonstrate commitment to company values and guiding principles Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Ability to travel as needed and work outside normal work schedule to fulfill responsibilities

Company Details: Responsibilities: The Senior Physical Damage Adjuster is responsible for the investigation, evaluation, disposition and settlement of moderate to complex claims involving commercial automobile litigation. This includes the investigation, determination and evaluation of coverage, liability and damages, risk transfer, and the timely setting of proper reserves. In addition, the Claims professional will control the insured's exposures and losses, manage consultants, and achieve a prompt, fair and equitable settlement according to fair claims handling requirements. S/her will negotiate settlement of claims with varying complexity and perils. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Oversee and resolve truck, bus, commercial auto and/or public transportation claims, including litigation Select, oversee, and grade the performance of outside counsel Attend and monitor trials to assess attorney performance and jury verdict risk Set and control litigation budgets Conducts a prompt, thorough and fair investigation by obtaining relevant facts to determine coverage, origin, and extent of loss losses. Utilize critical thinking and solid judgment to solve problems, make decisions and resolve complex issues inherent in handling losses, as well as plan and organize activities throughout the claim's management process. Experienced with managing, evaluating and resolving claims in litigation consistent with in-place litigation guidelines. Able to write concise reports and effectively communicate contractual issues, technical legal concepts and coverage application in easy to understand terms. Act timely upon emerging information to insure ongoing recognition of the financial exposure on losses within assigned authority as well as promptly communicate to management, if beyond the assigned level of authority. Interpret related claims documentation. Initiate and oversee serious automobile accident investigations and rapid response Develop strategies and effective plans that drive litigated matters / claims to better results Accurately assess and resolve commercial auto insurance coverage issues, analyze facts and allegations in conjunction with all policy provisions, endorsements and amendments Draft declination, Reservation of Rights and other coverage letters Negotiate outstanding settlements Present case statuses/summaries in a clear, concise and understandable manner Documents and communicates all claim activities timely and effectively and in a manner, which supports the outcome of the claim file Qualifications: BA/BS degree 5 + years complex commercial auto liability experience handling or other serious personal injury claims Strong and professional negotiation, communication, organization and documentation skills required

Company Details: Own what's next. Add your experience and insight to our business. Berkley Agribusiness works with ambitious agribusiness and food industry clients to help them own their futures. Our culture is built on the belief that everyone has the power to create the future they deserve. Every Berkley Agribusiness team member must have the courage to challenge the status quo, collaboratively working with our clients to find creative property and casualty insurance solutions that drive them to succeed. We depend on our ability to listen to our clients - and our experience to help them make fact-based decisions that help their businesses thrive. Berkley Agribusiness is part of the W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRBC). Founded in 1967, WRBC is one of the nation's premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. All member insurance companies are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company, and carry Standard & Poor's Financial Rating of A+ (Strong). Learn more about how Berkley Agribusiness can help you Create Your Future at (url removed) Responsibilities: The AVP-Business Development is expected to create and perpetuate business opportunities through the management and growth of a national distribution network of agency & broker partners with defined Agribusiness and Food practice groups. This individual must have extensive experience in the insurance marketplace in addition to exuding strong leadership and underwriting acumen to effectively vet production opportunities. Additionally, the candidate must have successfully demonstrated the acumen to network with C-suite and executive leadership to establish strategic partnerships. Strategically expands market access in the niche markets of Commercial Agribusiness and Food. Implements and monitors an effective agency management system that supports the company's profit and production objectives. Facilitate profitable business growth by building strong professional working relationships with business partners in key decision-making roles. Analyzes competitive marketing data, market and industry research, loss ratios, mix of business, policy count, premium growth, hit ratios and business retention to identify territorial and agency needs. Develops and implements action plans that align with company growth and profitability strategies. Recognizes opportunities to penetrate new markets. Takes advantage of all critical opportunities to increase market share. Performs due diligence on potential new domestic and international markets including developing definition, entry strategy, identifying scope and capital costs. Leads and influences agencies through creation and execution of sales strategies that drive new sales, profit and retention. Identifies new distribution opportunities and recommends agency appointments, while increasing relevancy in existing agencies. Develops, implements and manages an agency appointment and onboarding process that results in quality representation of the company. Ensures that business partners are familiar with the company's initiatives, products, policies, procedures and services. Develops and tracks metrics and success criteria for all sales/marketing programs and activities holding business partners accountable to profitability, production and volume commitments. Ensures the Company follows through on commitments to business partners. Exemplifies collaboration, teamwork and unified goals when working with peer leaders in Underwriting, Risk Services and Claims to secure resources, vetting out business opportunities, securing accounts and delivering on value proposition of service. Leverages relationships with other W. R. Berkley Corporation companies to capitalize on business opportunities and efficiencies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Insurance, Risk Management, Business Administration or related degree. A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in the property and casualty insurance industry. Individual must possess strong leadership and underwriting acumen. Ability to travel on a regular basis; lead people and get results through others; think ahead and plan over a 2-3 year time span; organize and manage multiple priorities; communicate effectively with all levels of the organization; attract, coach, and develop talent. Must possess problem analysis and problem resolution skills at both a strategic and functional level; strong customer orientation; and interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills. Regularly and consistently demonstrates commitment to company values and guiding principles.