Experienced Property Underwriter

About the role

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) is a strategic and trusted insurance partner providing a broad range of commercial property, casualty, and specialty insurance coverages. As part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with a stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and underwrite new and renewal property submissions
• Grow the property book of business, which includes quota share, primary, and excess layer structures
• Participate as an advocate for the business and take ownership of the success of the property portfolio
• Develop and expand broker and customer relationships with integrity, working both independently and in conjunction with other BHSI product lines
• Analyze information relating to catastrophe modeling, engineer reports, valuation reports, etc.
• Review and approve manuscript policies
• Work in a fast-paced, bottom line-oriented environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity

Qualifications, Skills, And Experience

• 5+ years commercial insurance experience
• Strong existing broker relationships
• Strong underwriting acumen and attention to detail
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of policy forms, including broker manuscripts
• Strong collaboration and team building skills
• Strong communication skills including negotiation and presentation experience
• Willing to travel
• Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Chicago is $100,000 to $160,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience.