Underwriter, Assistant Vice President, Senior Care

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 Senior Care / Aging Services Underwriter to join their Healthcare Professional Liability team. We are seeking candidates in our Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, or New York offices, but will consider other BHSI office locations for qualified applicants. BHSI is a company that aims to do things differently. We look to build lasting relationships with our broker partners and insureds by providing value and stability. With a focus on top level customer service, underwriting discipline, and sound decision making, we do not burden our underwriters with aggressive growth goals that compromise our main objective – bottom line performance.

This position is open for seasoned underwriters looking to make a change, as well as less experienced candidates who are ambitious and eager to learn the business and grow their careers. The position will be responsible for an existing book of renewal business as well as developing new business opportunities via BHSI’s proven, successful, and collaborative underwriting approach. Territory assignments are flexible. The ideal candidate will exhibit both strong character and capabilities. They will want to be part of an engaging team and develop external and internal relationships.

We are a growing organization that can provide future management opportunities for team members who embody BHSI’s culture and possess the necessary skills and leadership abilities that contribute to the organizations’ long-term success.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assume and maintain an existing book of profitable renewal business and develop new customer relationships.
• Build and maintain broker relationships with key business partners. Retail and Wholesale.
• Leading and participating in customer and broker meetings to foster relationship building and risk selection.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Underwriting, Claim, and Actuarial to improve knowledge and drive profitability.
• Additional opportunities for candidates interested in participating in various product development initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum BS/BA Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and investigative skills.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and relationship building.
• Desire and willingness to learn, collaborate, adapt, and grow.
• Experience underwriting Professional Liability for Senior Care / Aging Services risks.
• Prior knowledge of complex underwriting, claims, and actuarial concepts.

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 is from $85,000 – $200,000 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.