Associate Underwriter, Casualty

­Are you looking for a place that truly values and accepts differences of perspectives and understands that winning together builds a stronger organization?

Are you looking for an organization that is a powerful platform driven by exceptional people, and one where you can be recognized and rewarded for individual excellence in a team framework?

Are you looking for the opportunity to start building meaningful, professional relationships with people who, like you, have a high level of capabilities and strong character, who care about each other, their customers, and communities?

Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?

If so, then our Associate Cohort program is for you!

Job Opportunity

We have some exciting, entry level opportunities as an Associate Underwriter (Underwriter Trainee) in our Casualty line of business. In this role, you will begin your career by underwriting risks under the guidance of experienced underwriters and you will receive real time on the job training and be immersed in the world of specialty commercial insurance.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Learn how to evaluate and underwrite risk by assisting experienced underwriters with all activities related to account development, such as assessing accounts by using data analysis, and reviewing the prospective insured’s financials.
• Under the guidance of experienced underwriters, draft account quotes and issue binders for both new and renewal business.
• Learn how to, and assist underwriters with building files with proper documentation to ensure file integrity
• Learn how to, and assist underwriters with the coordination of policy issuance and liaising with the Operations team
• Learn how, and start to, build relationships with brokers by corresponding with, and following up on, outstanding account information
• Demonstrate a desire for continuing to learn as well as pursuing insurance courses/certifications as required
  
  

Education, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
• 0-2 years professional experience
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently when needed
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills preferably from past job or volunteer experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with MS Office Applications, specifically Excel and Outlook.
• All candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States
  
  

Who are we?

A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.

We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized.

Learn more about our unique culture and history .

BHSI Offers Associates

• The opportunity to build a broad knowledge of the insurance industry through instructor-led training classes.
• Mentorship, career development and learning opportunities as you engage with senior management.
• A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities with a growing global organization
• A liberating, fast-paced culture, centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our business.
• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity, encourages innovation, and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
  
  

The base salary range for this position in New York is $75,000.00, along with annual bonus eligibility; a candidate’s salary is determined by their relevant skills and experience.

We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.