Commercial Lines Underwriter

Job Opportunity At Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance CompaniesGood things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long?term careers.Good things you can count on:Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in?officePredictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)Competitive pay + generous PTOMedical, dental & vision starting day one401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonusesResponsibilitiesEvaluate, select, and price commercial lines business while supporting the performance and profitability of the portfolio.Work closely with distribution partners and agency relationships, applying underwriting judgment and market awareness to support thoughtful growth within your assigned authority.How You'll Make an ImpactEvaluate, select, and price new and renewal business in alignment with underwriting standards and authorityPartner with Distribution to support territory production and profitabilityTravel to key agency partner relationships, participate in virtual meetings, and attend industry events as neededQualificationsWhat you'll bring:Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferredProfessional designations such as AU or CPCU preferredMinimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto and Workers CompensationStrong understanding of underwriting practices, risk assessment, and policy structuresFamiliarity with insurance policy language and coverage formsSolid understanding of working with data to support underwriting decisionsStrong time management, organizational, and prioritization skillClear written and verbal communication skillsAbility to collaborate effectively across teamsSelf-motivated with strong attention to detail and accountabilityWhat to ExpectRegular interaction with distribution partners and internal stakeholdersMix of independent underwriting and collaborative decision-makingOpportunity for both virtual and in-person agency engagementSalary range: $60,000.00-$125,000.00 USDIn accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good?faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including: Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes?Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA