Experienced Architect & Engineer Underwriter

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:

BHSI has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Architects & Engineers (A&E) underwriter to join the Professional Liability team preferably in our New York, Boston, Stevens Point, Atlanta or Chicago office locations. We are seeking a teammate who values a collaborative culture and is focused on profitability over top-line growth.  

We are an experienced and highly respected team specializing in the evaluation and underwriting of sophisticated design professionals across both practice policies and project-specific coverages for design teams and project owners.

Backed by the Berkshire Hathaway name, A++ financial strength, an insured-friendly claims philosophy, and the flexibility to craft innovative solutions, we offer a unique platform for underwriting success.

Our specialized focus allows us to build strong relationships through direct engagement with clients and brokers while maintaining a disciplined approach to evaluating complex risks. This role offers the opportunity to influence underwriting strategy, develop key industry relationships, and grow within one of the most financially secure and respected organizations in the insurance industry.

If you're looking to join a collaborative team, leverage a highly regarded market reputation, and make a meaningful impact on the design professional liability marketplace, we invite you to join us.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Build and manage a book of business that is consistent with the team’s focus on profitable growth
• Establish, develop, and expand on broker and customer relationships 
• Underwrite efficiently without sacrificing discipline, diligence and quality service
• Work in a fast-paced environment with agility and decisiveness
• Underwrite to complex and challenging risks while developing creative solutions for our partners
• Understand market conditions and how to respond as they evolve 
• Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace 
• Effectively communicate BHSI’s value proposition to brokers and customers 
• Work closely with our in-house claims team to help create a positive and transparent experience for our customers 
• Collaborate with teammates across all product lines

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 10+ years of underwriting experience preferred.  Candidates with a minimum of 3 years of A&E underwriting experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong technical skills in analyzing design professional risks
• Solid understanding of policy forms and coverage 
• Network of strong broker and client relationships 
• Collaborative and team-focused mentality 
• Strong communication and negotiation skills 
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience

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 New York is from $110,000 to $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 Members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization