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W.R. Berkley

Commercial insurance underwriting, reinsurance, and investments

Underwriting Assistant

UnderwritingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAustin, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, is required.
  • The role requires attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • The role requires the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • The role requires customer service orientation and professionalism.
  • The role requires problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
  • The role requires the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to underwriters and underwriting teams.
  • Assist with processing new and renewal business, including data entry and documentation.
  • Prepare, review, and maintain underwriting files and policy records.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of submissions and underwriting documentation.
  • Respond to inquiries from internal teams, brokers, and clients as directed.
  • Support issuance of policies, endorsements, and related materials.
  • Track and manage workflow to meet deadlines and service standards.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist with reporting, filing audits, and other operational tasks as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • One to three years of administrative or insurance-related experience is preferred.
  • Experience in underwriting support or insurance operations is a plus.

About the Company

W.R. Berkley

Commercial insurance underwriting, reinsurance, and investments

W. R. Berkley Corporation underwrites commercial property and casualty insurance and provides reinsurance globally. It operates two segments: Insurance, with 53 units worldwide and lines such as excess and surplus, commercial auto, and workers’ compensation; and Reinsurance & Monoline Excess, offering reinsurance and excess coverage to other insurers and self-insured entities. It earns money from premiums and from its investment portfolio. The company differentiates itself with a broad multinational underwriting platform and a dual focus on underwriting profitability and investment management, serving clients from small businesses to large corporations across many industries. Its goal is to deliver risk transfer and financial protection to customers while generating steady underwriting results and investment returns for shareholders.

Company size
Not listed
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Greenwich, CT
Founded
1967

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