Distribution Associate

Berkley•Chicago, IL

16h•$70,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Berkley One is a modern insurance provider for a modern generation of affluence. We serve clients who live dynamic, adventurous lives and expect their insurance experience to match. Our mission is to deliver highly personalized risk and claims management through a blend of expert independent agents, cutting-edge digital tools, and the strength of the Berkley brand. Why Join Us? At Berkley One, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that’s reimagining personal insurance. We’re building solutions that are as sophisticated and agile as the clients we serve—individuals and families who value innovation, simplicity, and exceptional service. You’ll collaborate with passionate professionals, leverage modern technology, and help shape the future of our industry. What We Value A client-first mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences Curiosity, creativity, and a drive to challenge the status quo Collaboration across disciplines to build smarter, more intuitive solutions Integrity, expertise, and a commitment to excellence Join us in creating a new standard in personal insurance—where protection meets possibility. This role will be based in our Chicago, IL office. We offer a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in the office; and 1 day remote where it makes sense to do so. #LI-AV1 #LI-Remote The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of successful agency management experience at a high net worth Personal Lines carrier or equivalent experience contributing at an insurance agency.
Collaboration with a high performing marketing/sales team in a high growth, fast paced environment.
You are an outstanding team member and task oriented
You can easily form relationships and talk to anyone.
You will be an ardent, pro-active advocate for Berkley One customers and are passionate about their brand experience
Incredible empathy and understanding of the needs of our customers, both insureds and their agents alike.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Your communication style is flexible to the situation. You communicate clearly and with a purpose
A love of process and optimization. You are excited about the opportunity to experiment with building the Berkley One brand and telling the Berkley One story across multiple channels
Calm under pressure. You have excellent organizational skills, integrity, and great follow-through on tasks. You are comfortable challenging norms while working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
You have a strong sense of accountability, fun and adventure
Natural curiosity. You love learning how things work and you are always looking for innovative improvements

Responsibilities

Be the first on the scene working on Berkley One’s largest and most complex accounts to understand the goals of the submission
Execute campaigns with marketing team to help our agency partners grow their book of business
Consult and assist agency partners with how to optimize the rate for customers, understand our target market and find creative ways to approach an account
Innovate with the team and larger organization to effect the changes you want to see whether it be in the day to day or larger organization priorities
Identify the accounts we want in our portfolio using cutting edge technology models and proactively go after them with your influence skills
Collaborate with the distribution team to drive new business, round out prospects and upsell coverage options