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Senior Underwriter
Company : Nautilus Insurance Company
Location : Manassas, VA, 20110
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Company Details
BerkleyNet is an innovative workers compensation insurance provider that does all our business online. Our Goal? To make doing business “Ridiculously Fast. Amazingly Easy.”
Responsibilities
As a Sr. Underwriter, you will apply advanced knowledge to develop, underwrite and manage a profitable book of new and renewal business across different premium bands. You will be integral in driving and delivering meaningful contributions to our production underwriting process and customer experience to assist us in achieving our financial targets. You will also work closely with department leadership to execute department strategy, analyze data to generate and implement solutions, and serve as a mentor and subject matter expert for our underwriting team to build a highly skilled and sales-focused team.
The Sr. Underwriter fulfills the primary responsibilities of the role by executing the following duties and tasks:
- Review and evaluate new and renewal workers compensation accounts to determine approval or denial of risks
- Effectively determine price/premium rate in alignment with our new business and retention plan goals
- Manage a book of new and renewal business to promote company profitability
- Build and maintain strong relationships across BerkleyNet and the W.R. Berkley enterprise to profitably grow our business
- Partner closely with our Business Development team to coordinate and execute in-person and virtual agency/broker visits to build and foster strong business relationships
- Assist leadership in the development of our new business & retention plan strategy for the upcoming year
- Manage key relationships with agents, brokers and insureds, and build a program for ongoing management of middle market and large accounts
- Proactively identify areas for process improvement, innovation, and opportunities to improve efficiency and synergy, and generate solutions to drive improvement
- Aid in the management and implementation of strategic initiatives
- Proactively review data metrics to identify new opportunities within the underwriting function
- Regularly monitors changes in laws and market conditions that impact underwriting procedures, and partners with leadership to develop strategies to adjust to changing conditions
- Serve as a mentor and subject matter expert to our underwriting staff to grow them into a more sales-focused team, and improve their technical underwriting skills
- Lead department or cross-functional project teams, and own and lead department functions
- Collaborate effectively across teams to develop and implement strategy
- Represent BerkleyNet at agency events, networking events, or within the scope of a relationship with an insured
- Demonstrate a deep understanding BerkleyNet’s business and underwriting appetite
Qualifications
- 4 - 6 years of experience in the workers compensation insurance industry
- Ability to make decisions incorporating diverse perspectives
- Excellent prioritization, planning and organization skills
- Strong customer orientation including strong interpersonal, communication and consultation skills
- Ability to manage and influence in a cross-functional matrix environment
- Strong discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills coupled with a strategic and “big picture” mindset
- Proven record of setting delivery commitments and meeting expectations
Education
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- CPCU, ARM, or other relevant insurance industry designation preferred
Additional Company Details
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. Base salary & Benefits include Health, dental, vision, 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.Additional Requirements
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Frequently asked questions
Senior Underwriters in Manassas leverage extensive experience to evaluate complex workers compensation risks with precision. Unlike entry-level roles, they balance profitability with strategic retention, applying advanced data insights and market knowledge tailored to Virginia’s regulatory environment to optimize underwriting decisions.
Industry credentials like CPCU (Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter) and ARM (Associate in Risk Management) are highly regarded locally. These certifications demonstrate mastery of underwriting principles and compliance with Virginia’s insurance regulations, enhancing credibility and career mobility in competitive markets such as Manassas.
At Nautilus Insurance Company, Senior Underwriters engage deeply with cross-functional teams and lead strategic initiatives, combining underwriting expertise with mentorship responsibilities. The role emphasizes innovation and customer-centric risk management, distinguishing it from more transactional underwriting jobs in the region.
Travel requirements are minimal, typically ranging between 5% to 10%, focusing on agency and broker visits primarily within the local or regional market. This limited travel ensures a strong local presence while supporting relationship-building without excessive time away from the Manassas office.
Senior Underwriters in Manassas typically earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually, reflecting the specialized skills required in workers compensation underwriting. Salaries at Nautilus Insurance may include comprehensive benefits and profit-sharing, enhancing overall compensation beyond base pay.
Daily tasks involve complex risk evaluations, premium pricing aligned with business goals, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with sales teams. Senior Underwriters proactively analyze market trends and legal changes to adapt underwriting strategies, ensuring profitability and compliance.
Progression requires honing analytical skills, gaining industry certifications like CPCU, and demonstrating leadership in managing portfolios. Building relationships with brokers and mastering strategic decision-making are key steps, especially within competitive markets like Manassas where underwriters must balance risk with growth.
Manassas has seen steady growth in insurance-related roles, driven by regional business expansion and regulatory complexity. Demand for Senior Underwriters skilled in workers compensation remains strong, especially for candidates adept at client engagement and strategic underwriting.
Nautilus values innovation and speed, expecting Senior Underwriters to streamline underwriting processes while maintaining accuracy. They focus on a sales-oriented mindset, encouraging underwriters to build strong broker partnerships and contribute to company-wide profitability goals.
Senior Underwriters carry greater autonomy in risk decisions, lead complex accounts, and influence strategic planning. Unlike junior roles focused on support tasks, seniors mentor teams and drive departmental initiatives, demanding broader expertise and leadership in underwriting functions.