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AVP, Excess Casualty Division Manager
Company : Nautilus Insurance Company
Location : Tampa, FL, 33602
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Company Details
W. R. Berkley Corporation is establishing a new operating unit, Berkley Edge.
Berkley Edge offers solutions for hard-to-place and distressed risks for both professional and casualty lines of business. Edge will focus on small to mid-sized risks through a wholesale only distribution model.
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 have been listed on the New York Stock Exchange, seen our revenue soar well past $10 billion, and become a well-respected Fortune 500 Company.
This position will be located in the Tampa/St Petersburg Florida area. We are open to talent in the Richmond, VA, but heavier travel will be required to Tampa/St Petersburg, FL area.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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Responsibilities
The AVP, Excess Casualty Division Manager will lead the underwriting unit writing excess casualty accounts including but not limited to general liability, employers’ liability, auto, and liquor liability. The manager will set the vision, drive underwriting strategy, manage the portfolio and lead the team. The manager will also be responsible for training of staff.
- Develop and execute underwriting strategy for Excess Casualty division.
- Build, train, and lead a high-performing team of underwriters.
- Monitor emerging risks, market trends, and regulatory developments to change product as needed.
- Work with Product and Forms Specialist to create coverage forms.
- Work with actuarial to create pricing models.
- Establish risk appetite guidelines.
- Handle underwriting referrals.
- Monitor portfolio performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain profitability.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key distribution partners.
- Lead initiatives to grow market share in target segments.
- Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
- Partner with actuarial, claims, legal, and data teams to ensure a holistic view of risk and make an underwriting profit.
- Report on key metrics and provide insights to executive leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree highly desired; advanced degree or CPCU designation a plus.
- 7+ years of relevant E&S experience including in-depth knowledge of casualty risks.
- Strong technical underwriting background with experience in leadership roles.
- Proven success in building and managing profitable portfolios.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance markets and trends.
- Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Additional Company Details
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. 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.Related Jobs
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Frequently asked questions
Navigating complex excess casualty risks requires strategic vision, decisive underwriting insight, and team mentorship. Strong communication and negotiation skills help in managing portfolios and cultivating distribution partnerships crucial for success in Tampa’s competitive insurance market.
This role uniquely combines portfolio management with a focus on hard-to-place excess casualty risks. Unlike standard underwriting, it demands a proactive approach to emerging market trends and regulatory shifts, particularly relevant to Tampa’s evolving liability landscape.
Daily tasks blend strategic underwriting decisions, team leadership, portfolio monitoring, and collaboration with actuarial and claims departments. Managers in Tampa also adapt to regional market shifts, ensuring profitability while steering product development.
At Nautilus, balancing a wholesale-only distribution model with underwriting profitability presents distinct challenges. The Avp must align underwriting strategies with Berkley Edge’s niche in hard-to-place risks while fostering strong distribution relationships in Tampa’s insurance ecosystem.
Nautilus emphasizes innovation and compliance within a Fortune 500 framework. The Avp role benefits from a collaborative culture focused on strategic growth and risk management, supported by extensive resources and a commitment to diversity in the Tampa region.
Salaries typically range between $130,000 and $180,000 annually, depending on experience and credentials. Tampa’s market offers competitive pay reflecting the specialized nature of excess casualty underwriting and leadership responsibilities.
Designations like CPCU or advanced degrees in risk management significantly boost candidacy. Tampa employers value candidates adept in casualty lines with strong technical underwriting and leadership backgrounds tailored to regional regulatory nuances.
Demand is steady but selective due to niche expertise requirements. Candidates with robust underwriting portfolios and proven leadership have an advantage in Tampa’s insurance hubs, where firms seek professionals capable of managing complex casualty risks.
While Tampa offers reasonable commute times, peak hours can extend travel, especially from surrounding suburbs. Candidates residing farther away, like Richmond, VA, should anticipate frequent travel to the Tampa area, aligning with hybrid work arrangements.
Local trends like emerging liability exposures and regulatory updates shape risk appetite and product design. Tampa’s growing commercial sector demands dynamic portfolio adjustments, requiring the Avp to stay ahead in pricing models and coverage innovations.