"Our Company provides a state of predictability which allows brokers and agents to act with confidence."

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’ve been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, become a Fortune 500 Company, joined the S&P 500, and seen our gross written premiums exceed $10 billion.

Today the Berkley brand comprises more than 60+ businesses worldwide and is divided into two segments:  Insurance and Reinsurance and Monoline Excess.  Led by our Executive Chairman, founder and largest shareholder, William. R. Berkley and our President and Chief Executive Officer, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., W.R. Berkley Corporation is well-positioned to respond to opportunities for future growth.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. 

The SIU Support Specialist will be responsible for conducting background investigations through the research, analysis, and interpretation of public record databases, online data sources, and social media to support SIU and Claim departments. In addition to these responsibilities, the Specialist serves as the central triage point for incoming SIU referrals, reviewing each referral for completeness, assessing initial fraud indicators, assigning priority based on established criteria, and routing matters appropriately to investigative staff. The role also encompasses proactive fraud detection through monitoring of internal claim activity, system alerts, data anomalies, and emerging patterns that may indicate fraud risk.

Key Functions/Duties of Position:

• Conducts comprehensive background investigations using public‑record databases, online resources, and social media.

• Validates the accuracy and relevance of data gathered from multiple sources.

• Prepares detailed, timely, and accurate reports documenting investigative findings.

• Captures all investigative requests and triage actions within the SIU tracking system.

• Ensures adherence to all privacy, confidentiality, and compliance requirements.

• Supports investigators by gathering and analyzing claim, provider, and claimant information.

• Monitors internal and external data sources to proactively identify potential fraud and emerging patterns.

• Escalates suspicious activity to SIU leadership for review and follow‑up.

• Coordinates with SIU and Claims staff to support effective and efficient case resolution.

• Manages sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

• Balances independent analytical work with active participation in collaborative investigative efforts.

Education Requirement:

• Associates Degree /Bachelor’s degree preferred

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of one to three years of insurance experience

• Knowledge of insurance claims handling processes

• Prior experience conducting investigative work is preferred but not required

• Advanced problem solving and research skills

• Ability to extract data and cross reference resources

• Strong knowledge of third-party public record databases, social media, and search engines

• Knowledge of privacy regulations and compliance requirements

• Dedicated to meeting the expectations of internal and external customers

• Proficiency with MS Office products

• Ability to be flexible and multi-task

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic with a positive attitude

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills