Berkley Risk is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an A. M. Best A+ rated Fortune 500 holding company. Berkley is comprised of individual operating units that serve a defined insurance market segment. Berkley Risk is focused on providing self-insured entities program administration services and insurance operations which can include taking or sharing risks using Berkley paper. This capability allows us to customize both an insurance company option and a purely administrative option for our customers.

The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) is a governmental risk pool served by Berkley Risk Administrators Co., LLC. This role primarily supports LMCIT business, managing an underwriting territory with complex, high-value municipal accounts. Key responsibilities include premium calculation, risk evaluation, policy issuance, and collaboration with members and agents.

 

For the first two years, a special focus will be on electric utility property risks. The role requires close coordination with a consulting team to assess and mitigate risks, ensure appropriate pricing, and apply strategic underwriting measures, such as deductibles or exclusions, where necessary

 

• Underwriting & Risk Management – Oversee a complex portfolio of municipal accounts, managing new and renewal business (general liability, property casualty, workers’ compensation) in alignment with LMCIT guidelines.
• Member & Agent Relations – Serve as a key point of contact for agents and members, assisting with coverage inquiries, endorsements, and risk management strategies.
• Strategic Initiatives – Work closely with the Underwriting Manager and LMCIT leadership on program development, pricing models, and portfolio risk analysis.
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving – Utilize critical thinking and technical expertise to navigate complex underwriting decisions with minimal oversight.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Build and maintain strong relationships with account contacts, agents, reinsurers, and risk control consultants, particularly in the electric utility sector during the initial two years.
• Special Projects & Program Oversight – Lead projects related to coverage development, pricing strategies, and risk mitigation, with an emphasis on municipal electric utility risks.

May perform other functions as assigned.

Core Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in underwriting or risk control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of governmental risk pools and public entity risk management.
• Strong technical expertise in insurance design, evaluation, and analysis or risk control program development for municipal risks.
• Proven ability to develop and manage strategic work plans effectively.
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Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of Minnesota laws and practices affecting local government operations.
• Professional designations such as CPCU or other industry credentials.
• Experience or familiarity with municipal electric utility risks (including generation and distribution facilities).

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, finance or related field.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:
• Base Salary Range: $70k -123k
• Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, 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.

Travel: Occasional, willingness to travel in-state and nationally as required

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role