Berkley Aspire is passionate about making excess and surplus lines business easy to transact.  We differentiate ourselves by continually innovating to bring market-leading technology and services to our agents and their clients. 

From direct bill with installments, to not requiring renewal applications for 80% of our small business policies, we focus on making it easy, expeditious, and efficient for agents and consumers.

Berkley Aspire writes from small, minimum premium, policies to accounts over six figures.  We offer General Liability, Property, Inland Marine and Excess policies through Berkley appointed agencies in 49 states.

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.

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The Director, Renewal Underwriting will be a direct report of the AVP, Underwriting Data and Analytics and is a key member of the Aspire leadership team.  The Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of the renewal process at Berkley Aspire.  They will solve key business problems across the renewal space to drive enhanced and efficient underwriting processes and decisions to produce superior results. 

• Leads and develops the Renewal Management team, providing direction, coaching, and performance oversight for leaders and individual contributors
• Oversees and executes the full end‑to‑end renewal lifecycle each month from initial policy review through final disposition, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with strategic, operational, and regulatory expectations
• Oversees tracking of expiring policies to ensure renewal targets are met and all state regulatory requirements are consistently achieved
• Prepares and delivers monthly and quarterly corporate reports, including pricing analyses and largest‑limits summaries for Corporate
• Conducts advanced quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, and utilization data to inform renewal decisions and portfolio performance
• Drives enterprise‑level initiatives that shape and execute the renewal strategy for Berkley Aspire
• Ensures the renewal organization maintains full compliance with state‑specific regulations and internal audit standards
• Participates in claims roundtables as needed and acts on key findings to support policy‑level and portfolio profitability based on the trends identified in those discussions.
• Designs and optimizes systems, workflows, and processes that support effective management of the renewal book and team operations
• Builds and maintains strong agency relationships to resolve renewal challenges and support long‑term business retention
• Leads and collaborates on the design, development, and implementation of business, technical, and modernization initiatives that strengthen the underwriting portfolio and advance strategic and tactical portfolio‑management capabilities
• Identifies emerging market trends and produces insights that guide portfolio strategy, including defining performance indicators, segmentation models, and key profitability drivers
• Promotes a culture of knowledge sharing and best‑practice adoption across the organization, particularly in the use of data and analytics
• Demonstrates exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, communication skills, and interpersonal effectiveness while consistently meeting deadlines
• Communicates analytical findings, strategic insights, and performance results to teams, cross‑functional partners, and senior leadership
• Supports and participates in training, development, and skill‑building initiatives across the department
• Oversees staff selection, onboarding, development, retention, and succession planning for the renewal organization
• Represents the department on committees, project teams, and industry boards as assigned

• College degree is preferred; candidates with equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of Property & Casualty insurance industry experience preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of management and leadership experience desired
• Proven leadership capabilities with a track record of developing high‑performing teams Surplus lines experience preferred
• Strong business, financial, and operational acumen
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence, persuade, and present complex information clearly
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain effective internal and external relationships
• Strong decision‑making skills with the ability to think strategically and execute effectively
• Comprehensive knowledge of insurance principles, rates, rules, forms, procedures, regulations, coverages, and core business processes
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business or administrative challenges, assess alternatives, and recommend sound solutions
• Advanced proficiency in building, maintaining, and interpreting ad hoc and standard reporting
• Ability to interpret model outputs and recommend appropriate adjustments
• Strong understanding of data applications, tools, and emerging trends
• Skilled in developing clear, compelling, and actionable data visualizations
• Proven ability to unite teams, foster collaboration, and drive innovative problem‑solving for improved efficiency and effectiveness
• Agile, decisive, and comfortable operating in a fast‑moving, ambiguous environment while leading teams toward clarity, alignment, and solutions

Berkley Core Competencies

• Developing and Building a Team
• Entrepreneurial Leadership
• Relationship & Personal Leadership
• Technical & Job Effectiveness
• Innovation