Junior Underwriter
W. R. Berkley, Chicago, IL, United States
Junior Underwriter
The Junior Underwriter role at Berkley Construction Solutions is an early-career underwriting position responsible for supporting the evaluation, selection, and pricing of excess casualty construction risks using BCS's advanced underwriting systems, data platforms, and AI-enabled decision support tools. This role focuses on developing strong underwriting judgment while leveraging modern technology to accelerate submission intake, improve data quality, and support consistent, guideline-driven underwriting decisions. The Junior Underwriter works within defined authority levels and under the guidance of underwriting management, while gaining hands-on experience with BCS's underwriting workflows, analytics, and automation capabilities. Key functions include but are not limited to: Evaluate new and renewal excess casualty construction submissions using BCS's underwriting systems, workflow tools, and integrated data sources Leverage AI-enabled submission intake, data enrichment, and risk scoring tools to support underwriting analysis and decision-making Review system-generated insights, alerts, and data outputs to validate risk information and identify items requiring underwriting judgment Prepare underwriting recommendations, pricing inputs, and coverage terms within established guidelines and authority Support efficient quote-to-bind execution by utilizing intuitive, technology-driven underwriting workflows Maintain accurate underwriting files and documentation within core underwriting and analytics platforms Collaborate with Operations, Technology, Claims, and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and workflow adherence Adhere to underwriting governance, authority structures, and system controls designed to ensure consistency and compliance Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback on underwriting tools and processes Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required 03 years of related underwriting, insurance, or financial services experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Foundational understanding of commercial underwriting principles and risk evaluation Strong comfort working in technology-enabled underwriting environments Ability to interpret and apply system-generated data, analytics, and AI-driven insights Demonstrated aptitude for learning underwriting concepts, systems, workflows, and automation tools Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Interest in developing expertise in excess casualty and construction underwriting Progress toward insurance designations (AU, CPCU) preferred but not required Ability to travel 20% 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 Range: $60,000 $90,000 Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 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.
The Junior Underwriter role at Berkley Construction Solutions is an early-career underwriting position responsible for supporting the evaluation, selection, and pricing of excess casualty construction risks using BCS's advanced underwriting systems, data platforms, and AI-enabled decision support tools. This role focuses on developing strong underwriting judgment while leveraging modern technology to accelerate submission intake, improve data quality, and support consistent, guideline-driven underwriting decisions. The Junior Underwriter works within defined authority levels and under the guidance of underwriting management, while gaining hands-on experience with BCS's underwriting workflows, analytics, and automation capabilities. Key functions include but are not limited to: Evaluate new and renewal excess casualty construction submissions using BCS's underwriting systems, workflow tools, and integrated data sources Leverage AI-enabled submission intake, data enrichment, and risk scoring tools to support underwriting analysis and decision-making Review system-generated insights, alerts, and data outputs to validate risk information and identify items requiring underwriting judgment Prepare underwriting recommendations, pricing inputs, and coverage terms within established guidelines and authority Support efficient quote-to-bind execution by utilizing intuitive, technology-driven underwriting workflows Maintain accurate underwriting files and documentation within core underwriting and analytics platforms Collaborate with Operations, Technology, Claims, and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and workflow adherence Adhere to underwriting governance, authority structures, and system controls designed to ensure consistency and compliance Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback on underwriting tools and processes Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required 03 years of related underwriting, insurance, or financial services experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) Foundational understanding of commercial underwriting principles and risk evaluation Strong comfort working in technology-enabled underwriting environments Ability to interpret and apply system-generated data, analytics, and AI-driven insights Demonstrated aptitude for learning underwriting concepts, systems, workflows, and automation tools Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Interest in developing expertise in excess casualty and construction underwriting Progress toward insurance designations (AU, CPCU) preferred but not required Ability to travel 20% 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 Range: $60,000 $90,000 Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 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.