Experienced Casualty 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 Underwriter to join the Central Region Casualty Team based out of our Houston office location. We are seeking an individual who is hard working, intelligent, and passionate and who is always striving towards excellence.  Position will be responsible for expanding and developing new business opportunities through production and marketing calls with brokers and clients, marketing to distribution channels, prequalifying new business and utilizing underwriting acumen to select sound casualty risks & form opinion of risks.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and grow the Casualty book of business which includes primarily umbrella, and excess liability for various classes (e.g. General Casualty, Energy, Transportation, and Products)
• Maintain a profitable renewal book
• Lead customer meetings for new and renewal business
• Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships in the Texas Region  
• Work closely with loss control, actuary, claims, and legal teams to evaluate risk and provide solutions to customers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of casualty underwriting experience
• Existing broker relationships within the retail and/or wholesale brokerage community
• Strong technical underwriting acumen
• Ability to work within a fast paced, customer focused, team environment
• Strong communication skills including advanced negotiation and presentation experience 
• Willingness to travel 1-2 times per quarter

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 Houston is $100,000 to $150,000, 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.