Experienced Construction Professional Underwriter

Job Description

Job Description

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

Learn more about our unique culture and history.

Job Opportunity :

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Professional Liability Underwriter with 5+ years of experience. Position based ideally in either New York, Boston, Plymouth Meeting, Chicago, San Francisco or Atlanta.

We are seeking an individual who is hard working, intellectually curious, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence. Candidate must have the ability to work both independently and to collaborate with all levels and disciplines.

Day to day responsibilities include expanding and developing new business opportunities through production and marketing calls with brokers and clients, prequalifying new business and utilizing underwriting acumen to identify and select sound construction professional risks.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Develop and grow the Construction Professional book of business which includes primary and excess, practice and project specific Contractors Professional and Protective Liability (CPPI) policy.
• Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships nationwide.
• Work closely with underwriting, loss control, claims, and legal teams to evaluate risk and provide solutions to customers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity.
• Maintain a profitable renewal book.
• Travel up to 20% of the time.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience :

BHSI Offers :

The base salary range for this position is $125,000 to $235,000 , along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, 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.