What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriter - Commercial Lines - Multi-Line Middle Market position at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies?
Overview
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
In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating, selecting, and pricing new and renewal business based on company standards and within granted underwriting authority.
Qualifications
Candidates must have:
- At least 5 years of Commercial underwriting experience in Workers’ Compensation, Commercial Auto, Businessowners’
- 2 years of habitational underwriting preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent technical computer skills such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- The ability to work as a team player
- The ability to effectively multi-task and demonstrate excellent time management skills while exhibiting good judgment
- Must be willing to travel to assigned underwriting territory with Field Representative to develop agency relationships
Salary Range
$60,000.00-$125,000.00 USD
The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required.
The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
Salary : $60,000 - $125,000
