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Wholesale Property Underwriter : Senior Underwriter / AVP / VP

Wholesale Property Underwriter : Senior Underwriter / AVP / VP

BHSI, LLCBoston, MA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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

BHSI has an exciting opportunity in either our Boston, MA or Atlanta, GA office for a detail-oriented and analytical Property Underwriter with 6+ years of experience, preferably in the Wholesale / Excess & Surplus (E&S) property insurance market. This role involves evaluating and qualifying property insurance submissions, with a focus on CAT-exposed risks. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and skilled at building strong relationships with brokers to identify and pursue profitable underwriting opportunities.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Review and assess property insurance submissions for completeness, accuracy, and risk acceptability.
  • Analyze CAT-exposed property risks and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms.
  • Collaborate with brokers to understand market opportunities and develop tailored insurance solutions.
  • Maintain underwriting discipline while achieving business growth and profitability goals.
  • Document underwriting thought process & decisions; maintain accurate records in internal systems.
  • Stay current on industry trends & (re)insurer financial results.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

  • 6+ years of property underwriting experience, preferably in the Wholesale and / or E&S market.
  • Strong understanding of CAT-exposed property business, competitive landscape, and risk assessment.
  • Proven ability to evaluate complex submissions and make sound underwriting decisions.
  • Demonstrate ability and understanding of location-level and peril-level underwriting.
  • Experience with Shared & Layered accounts (both primary and excess participations) and manuscript policy forms is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with brokers and internal teams.
  • Proficiency in underwriting tools and systems; familiarity with CAT modeling software and terminology is required.
  • Proven customer relationship experience.
  • Strong communication skills including negotiation and presentation experience.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • BHSI Offers

  • A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
  • A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
  • A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
  • Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include :
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
  • Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
  • Life Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • The base salary range for this position in both Boston and Atlanta is $125,000 to $250,000, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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