Underwriting Analyst
W. R. Berkley Corporation, Mercerville-Hamilton Square, New Jersey, United States
Company Details
Berkley Accident and Health
is a risk management company that designs innovative solutions to address the unique challenges of each client. With our entrepreneurial culture and a strong emphasis on analytics, we can help employers better manage their risk. We offer a broad range of products, including employer stop loss, benefit captives, provider stop loss, HMO reinsurance, and specialty accident. The key to Berkley’s success is our nimble approach to risk – our ability to quickly understand, think through, and devise a plan that addresses each client’s challenges, coupled with the strong backing of a Fortune 500 company. Our parent company,
W. R. Berkley Corporation , is one of the largest and best managed property/casualty insurers in the United States.
This role will be based in our Hamilton Square, NJ or West Hartford, CT office. We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. #LI-AV1 #LI-HYBRID
Responsibilities The
Underwriting Analyst
position is ideal for a recent graduate or an early career professional who wants to grow their career in the stop loss field. The role offers robust training to ensure you’re well prepared to advance upward to Senior Analyst and then Underwriter. Your role is critical to the business as you set up new and renewal prospects for the Underwriters, as well as performing all other necessary functions required to underwrite the prospect and/or renewal. You’ll be part of a small but high‑performing team of supportive colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
What you can expect:
Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
Internal mobility opportunities
Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross‑functional teams
Opportunity to impact change
Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer‑funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education
We’ll count on you to:
Knowledge of Stop Loss market and associated terms
Review RFP’s and underwriting files to ensure the data is complete and accurate
Input employer stop loss characteristics such as benefits, census, large claim information and aggregate claim assessment into David Young system
Maintain quote qualifications and competitive rates
Ability to manage, maintain and handle assignments as warranted
Accurately document files
Qualifications What you need to have:
Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
Strong mathematical background
Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers
Ability to be productive independently, yet work in a team environment
Strong attention to detail, organizational, planning, and time management skills
Creativity and problem‑solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
What makes you stand out:
Prior Stop Loss experience
Comprehensive knowledge of available employer Stop Loss products, including contract terms and RFP data interpretation
Experience and knowledge of David Young Underwriting System
Ability to handle large volume of work efficiently and correctly with limited errors
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 which for this role include:
Base Salary Pay Range: $50,000 to $60,000
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and generous 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.
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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is a risk management company that designs innovative solutions to address the unique challenges of each client. With our entrepreneurial culture and a strong emphasis on analytics, we can help employers better manage their risk. We offer a broad range of products, including employer stop loss, benefit captives, provider stop loss, HMO reinsurance, and specialty accident. The key to Berkley’s success is our nimble approach to risk – our ability to quickly understand, think through, and devise a plan that addresses each client’s challenges, coupled with the strong backing of a Fortune 500 company. Our parent company,
W. R. Berkley Corporation , is one of the largest and best managed property/casualty insurers in the United States.
This role will be based in our Hamilton Square, NJ or West Hartford, CT office. We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. #LI-AV1 #LI-HYBRID
Responsibilities The
Underwriting Analyst
position is ideal for a recent graduate or an early career professional who wants to grow their career in the stop loss field. The role offers robust training to ensure you’re well prepared to advance upward to Senior Analyst and then Underwriter. Your role is critical to the business as you set up new and renewal prospects for the Underwriters, as well as performing all other necessary functions required to underwrite the prospect and/or renewal. You’ll be part of a small but high‑performing team of supportive colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.
What you can expect:
Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
Internal mobility opportunities
Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross‑functional teams
Opportunity to impact change
Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer‑funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education
We’ll count on you to:
Knowledge of Stop Loss market and associated terms
Review RFP’s and underwriting files to ensure the data is complete and accurate
Input employer stop loss characteristics such as benefits, census, large claim information and aggregate claim assessment into David Young system
Maintain quote qualifications and competitive rates
Ability to manage, maintain and handle assignments as warranted
Accurately document files
Qualifications What you need to have:
Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience
Strong mathematical background
Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers
Ability to be productive independently, yet work in a team environment
Strong attention to detail, organizational, planning, and time management skills
Creativity and problem‑solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
What makes you stand out:
Prior Stop Loss experience
Comprehensive knowledge of available employer Stop Loss products, including contract terms and RFP data interpretation
Experience and knowledge of David Young Underwriting System
Ability to handle large volume of work efficiently and correctly with limited errors
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 which for this role include:
Base Salary Pay Range: $50,000 to $60,000
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and generous 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.
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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