Berkley Aspire is an excess & surplus lines insurer of commercial risks unable to find a home in the standard markets. We are an operating unit of WR Berkley, a publicly traded (NYSE “WRB”) global insurer founded in 1967. 

 

We make excess & surplus lines easy – easy for our distribution partners, easy for the businesses they represent, and easy to navigate. The lines of coverage we underwrite include general liability, property, and excess liability. Our model is different than our competitors – we do the premium billing and do not add interest/ finance percentage, we offer enhanced commissions, and we handle the stamping, affidavit filings, and other behind-the-scenes paperwork. 

 

Our company culture is entrepreneurial, employee centric, and focused on sustainable growth. Aspire teammates work either remotely or on a hybrid schedule from offices in Scottsdale, Cincinnati, and Richmond. If you are looking for a company that offers room for advancement, great benefits, and positive vibes, then Aspire may be the place for you!

 

Benefit Highlights
• Aspire offers Medical, Dental and Vision coverage. Our onsite Scottsdale, AZ Wellness Center and companywide Employee Assistance Program are free to employees and are here to support your overall well-being. Our flexible work schedule with a work-from-home day means you can balance work and life like a pro.
• Our Health Savings Accounts have automatic company contributions if you sign up, and we offer Flexible Spending Accounts, STD, LTD, life insurance policies, and more. Plus, we offer a 401(k) program, profit-sharing program, and stock purchase plan – investing in your future has never been so rewarding.
• We've got you covered with competitive paid time off, paid sick time, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Plus, you get paid holidays, a floating holiday, and paid volunteer time – because giving back to the community is important to us at Aspire!
• Come grow with us! Level up with company sponsored conferences, tuition assistance, and industry-related education and exams. We have many internal promotional growth opportunities – because we believe in growing together.
• We believe in working hard and playing hard. We embrace team building and are enthusiastic about sponsoring fun activities inside and outside of the office. Our Plum Benefits program gives you cost-free access to thousands of exclusive travel and entertainment discounts – it's like a VIP pass to fun.

 

www.berkleyaspire.com

Berkley Aspire is seeking a Project Manager - this role can be located in any of our offices -  Scottsdale AZ, West Chester OH, or Glen Allen VA on a hybrid schedule.

 

The Project Manager's responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope, overseeing all aspects of projects. In addition, you will set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize progress of project, and prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project. 

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, a self-starter, organized, and has a positive outlook, along with a natural drive to grow, problem solve and think outside the box.

A successful candidate will have strong collaboration skills to work with all levels of the company and the ability to handle multiple assignments within a professional working environment. Must possess a sense of ownership and be accountable for their work.

 

Projects include our transition to new tech platforms, increased alignment with other WRB operating units, improved efficiency in our processes, an array of areas in need of attention as a result of Aspire’s rapid growth over the last few years.  This person will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful and smooth implementation of new capabilities.

 

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects.
• Develop a deep understanding of the business needs around each project
• Work proactively across the Aspire to uncover areas of potential improvement and offer potential solutions.
• Develop relationships and network internally through a consistent effort to add value, be dependable, accountable and to solve problems.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Continuously monitors and notes risks and issues as they arise and elevates them to management.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• PMP designation preferred.
• 3+ years of insurance industry experience required.
• Excess and Surplus lines background helpful.
• Underwriting experience beneficial.
• Prior project management experience preferred.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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.

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 not Offered for this Role