Property Underwriter - Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Overview

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Property Underwriter for our Programs business.  We are looking for an individual with significant Commercial Property underwriting experience to be a lead on Commercial Property Programs.  The ideal candidate will also have experience underwriting BOP and/or other Commercial Package lines (e.g. GL, Commercial Auto).  They will be responsible for underwriting new and renewal business and will work closely with both the internal Underwriting team and our external Program Administrator/MGA partners.  

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents/brokers.  Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world!  Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country.  Our vision is to be the leading small business insurance provider nationwide.

Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values:  accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity.  We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!

BENEFITS

We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all.   You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer! 

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
• 401K retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days from home)
• Work/life balance schedule – no nights or weekends/closed for all major holidays
• Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment
• Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
• And much more!

Responsibilities

• Be a lead underwriter for Commercial Property based programs, as well as underwriting other program-related commercial package products, in accordance with GUARD and Program Underwriting Guidelines    

• Be a Commercial Property resource to both the internal Underwriting team as well as external Program Administrators/MGAs for various programs.
• Assist with establishing and updating Program Underwriting Guidelines and alignment with established and evolving GUARD guidelines.
• Conduct Program Audits and produce audit findings
• Facilitate meetings with internal and external program participants and assist with portfolio management projects and analysis.
• Other responsibilities as our Programs business grows

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Commercial Property underwriting experience required.
• Additional experience underwriting other commercial product lines (e.g GL, Commercial Auto) preferred 
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team environment
• Effective workflow prioritization and management skills
• Effect communicate skills, working with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with portfolio analysis and management 
• Willingness to travel to assigned Program Administrator locations, as necessary
• Underwriting auditing experience