Underwriting Technician, Executive and Professional Lines

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, BHSI brings its solutions to market with a stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of its global team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriters with all activities related to account development
• Build files and ensure file integrity
• Cook policy issuance and liaise with Operations team
• Triage broker submissions and ensure all required underwriting data is accurate
• Draft quotes and binders and review with underwriters
• Correspond with brokers; follow up on outstanding information
• Work as a liaison to the Operations Group

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• 2-5 years of insurance experience
• General understanding of policy construction and the policy issuance process
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Careful attention to detail
• Proactive and able to work within a team environment
• Self-starter; ability to support and build workflow and process
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
• College diploma, University degree or equivalent experience
• Strong competency in MS Office applications

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Disability insurance (both short-term and long-term)
• Life insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance (for you and your family)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health reimbursement account
• Employee assistance program
• Retail savings 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous holiday and paid time off
• Paid parental leave

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience.

Schedule

The Underwriting Technician (UT) role is based in our New York office.