Assistant Underwriter

Company Details

Berkley Specialty Property operates in New York, Georgia and California, writing a U.S. nationwide book of business across a broad range of occupancy classes, working hard to understand the unique needs of our clients. This is done with empowered underwriting, a fair and efficient claims team and leading wordings and technical backup services to offer our clients a long-term, sustainable product. Responsibilities The Assistant Underwriter will support the underwriting team in delivering Berkley Specialty Property ’s business plan through a combination of underwriting support, technical processing, and operational oversight. The role focuses on assisting Underwriters with risk assessment, pricing and pre-bind activity, while ensuring high-quality data, efficient processing, and effective use of offshore support.

Underwriting Support & Risk Assessment

Support the assessment of new and renewal business within agreed underwriting guidelines Assist with pricing and rating using approved tools and models Prepare pre-bind documentation, including quotes, summaries and underwriting packs Ensure submission data is complete and accurate to enable effective underwriting decisions Monitor pipelines, renewals and outstanding items, proactively following up with brokers and Underwriters Support Underwriters in broker interactions, including meeting preparation and follow-up Produce management information, reporting and portfolio data to support underwriting activity

Offshore Resource Oversight

Provide training and oversight of offshore resources responsible for administrative processing Monitor delivery to ensure completion within agreed service levels and quality standards Perform quality assurance reviews on offshore output (e.g. data entry, document preparation) Act as the primary liaison between the underwriting team and offshore support

Stakeholder & Team Contribution

Build effective working relationships with Underwriters, brokers and internal stakeholders Contribute to a collaborative team environment and actively participate in team discussions Support consistent service delivery aligned to Berkley Specialty standards

Compliance, Controls & Governance

Adhere to all internal policies, underwriting authorities, and regulatory requirements Maintain accurate audit trails and documentation standards Support underwriting control processes, including peer review, due diligence and data governance

Technology & AI

Utilise AI tools (e.g. Copilot) to improve efficiency, accuracy and quality of delivery Actively adopt new technologies and digital processes in day-to-day activities Apply appropriate judgement, governance and data security awareness in the use of AI

Previous experience in an underwriting support or insurance operations role preferred Exposure to property underwriting or commercial insurance is advantageous Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail Experience using underwriting, rating or policy administration systems preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Effective written and verbal communication skills Proactive, organised and able to work both independently and collaboratively

Demonstrates progressive development in the Property underwriting lifecycle and class of business Builds confidence in supporting underwriting activity and engaging effectively with brokers and stakeholders Applies appropriate technical capability, including the use of underwriting systems, rating tools and Excel Consistently operates within underwriting controls, governance frameworks and agreed protocols Takes ownership of workload, delivering accurate outputs within agreed timelines Proactively identifies opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and data