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Senior Underwriter, Manufacturer and Contractors

Berkley Edge (a Berkley Company)
Glen Allen, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/6/2026
Company Details

Berkley Edge offers solutions for hard-to-place and distressed risks for both professional and casualty lines of business. Edge will focus on small to mid-sized risks through a wholesale only distribution model.

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 have been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, seen our revenue soar well past $10 billion, and become a well-respected Fortune 500 Company.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Berkley Edge is seeking an experienced and production-oriented Senior/Executive Underwriter to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a high-performing underwriting professional with deep expertise in Manufacturers & Contractors, Excess & Surplus Lines, and Wholesale Brokerage Distribution.

As a key member of our underwriting team, you will be responsible for managing and growing a profitable book of business while serving as a trusted technical expert and partner to our broker network. You'll have the opportunity to influence underwriting strategy, mentor team members, and help drive continued growth within our E&S portfolio.

What You'll Do

  • Underwrite and manage a profitable Manufacturers & Contractors book of business
  • Evaluate new and renewal accounts, pricing, coverage, and risk acceptability
  • Develop strong relationships with wholesale brokers and distribution partners
  • Negotiate complex coverage issues and deliver creative solutions
  • Analyze emerging trends, claims activity, and market opportunities
  • Serve as a technical underwriting resource and mentor for colleagues
  • Drive profitable growth through strategic underwriting and business development initiatives

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

  • 10 years of Manufacturers & Contractors underwriting experience
  • Strong Excess & Surplus (E&S) Lines background
  • Experience working within Wholesale Brokerage Distribution channels
  • Primary Liability underwriting experience (required)
  • Proven ability to build broker relationships and grow business profitably
  • CPCU, ASLI, AU, or other industry designations preferred

Additional Company Details

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.

Base Salary Range

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full-time regular employees which for this depending on the level could be:

Senior Underwriter: 80K-138K

Executive Underwriter: 114K-175K

Eligible for bonus

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.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

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