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Base pay range

$150,000.00 / yr - $215,000.00 / yr

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 Company has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Casualty Underwriter to join our West Coast Casualty team based out of our San Francisco or Los Angeles office locations.

This role is a great fit for an Assistant Vice President (AVP) to Vice President (VP) level underwriter or broker with at least 8 years’ experience working in casualty, ideally in excess casualty or E&S casualty, who is also hard working, intelligent, passionate, and always striving towards excellence. The experienced Casualty underwriter will be responsible for 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 casualty risks.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and grow the Casualty book of business which includes primary general liability, lead umbrella, and excess liability for various classes (e.g. General Casualty, Energy, Transportation, and Products).
• Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships in the Western Region.
• Work closely with 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.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

BHSI Offers

The base salary range for this position in San Francisco or Los Angeles is $150,000 - $215,000 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.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries

Insurance

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