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Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter - East Coast Region
Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter - East Coast RegionBerkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies • Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States
Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter - East Coast Region

Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter - East Coast Region

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies • Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and 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 a 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
  • Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 paid holidays
  • Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
  • Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
  • Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
  • Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
  • Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
  • And much more!

Responsibilities

Commercial Underwriter East Coast Region

Location : Wilkes-Barre, PA | Parsippany, NJ | Alpharetta, GA | New York, NY

We are seeking a skilled Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter to join our team, with a focus on candidates located near one of our East Coast offices. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with agency partners and contribute to profitable growth through sound underwriting practices.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, select, and price new and renewal business in accordance with company underwriting standards and within granted authority.
  • Collaborate with Field Representatives to strengthen agency relationships and support business development.
  • Travel within the assigned underwriting territory to meet with agency partners and assess market opportunities.

    • Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of Commercial underwriting experience in Workers' Compensation, Commercial Auto, and Businessowners' policies.
  • 2 years of habitational underwriting experience preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Excellent time management and multitasking skills with sound judgment.
  • Willingness to travel within the East Coast territory.

    • Salary Range

    $60,000.00-$125,000.00 USD

    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.

    The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required.

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