Production Underwriter​/Sr. Underwriter

Production Underwriter / Senior Underwriter – W.R. Berkley Corporation

Preferred Employers Insurance, a Berkley Company provides California workers’ compensation insurance. The company serves three major segments:
Small Business, Mid–Larger Businesses, and Group Association Members (Programs). Distribution partners number just under 400 locations throughout the state.

A+ Superior rating by AM Best.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer.

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

These high-impact roles are designed for professionals who thrive on building relationships, driving results, and shaping the future of underwriting success.

• Risk Evaluation:
  Select, retain, and price new and renewal business in line with company philosophy and guidelines.
• Broker Relationships:
  Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with agency partners to promote company offerings.
• Premium Growth:
  Partner with Field Sales Managers to manage broker plans, generate submissions, and achieve quote/bind targets.
• Underwriting Profit:
  Support profitability objectives by meeting pricing and commission targets.
• Account Management:
  Review claims activity, loss control surveys, and inspection reports; resolve policy audit issues; manage policy changes.
• Agent Support:
  Provide education on risk selection philosophy and pricing guidelines; respond promptly and ethically to agent requests.
• Field Presence:
  Travel (in-person and virtual) to agencies for underwriting, quoting, and promotional activities.

• BA/BS degree from an accredited institution, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in California workers’ compensation underwriting (small business preferred).
• Proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced, decision-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with MS Office and other automation tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Base Salary Range: $60,000.00 – $120,000 annually.

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.

Sponsorship not offered for this role.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Finance and Sales

Financial Services and Insurance