Senior Counsel | Remote

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 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?This position will be part of the Legal Department and will interact with the entire Surety team to support BHSI’s business goals and contribute on a strategic level to our growing global surety business. The role will report to Vice President and Chief Counsel - Surety, and participate in managing all facets of underwriting support for BHSI’s contract and commercial surety business. simplicity over complexity and thinking outside of the box in providing practical solutions for underwriters, brokers, and customers. The desired location of the position is one of our offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles New York, Philadelphia, or San Franciso, but remote candidates will be considered.Provide input and advice on risk and legal issues to surety underwriters and senior management to assist with risk assessment concerning all aspects of the surety business, including complex project delivery methods, contracts and bond forms, indemnity agreements, and other related underwriting documents and agreements.Assist in the negotiation with brokers, bond customers, obligees, and other related parties in surety transactions.Active involvement in Co-Surety relationships and responsible for Co-Surety Agreements and related documents.Research laws and regulations that impact the underwriting of surety products.Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the surety, construction business and commercial surety business.Participate in developing and implementing training, resource materials and underwriting guidance for all surety professionals within the organization.Assist in the development of business documents for Global surety growth, including new international surety markets.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:Law degree required. Business, engineering, or finance undergraduate degree a plus.10+ years’ experience in surety claims, surety and construction law, or surety underwriting support. National account and international surety experience a plus.Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.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.Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefitsDisability 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 AccountsHealth Reimbursement AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramRetirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company MatchGenerous holiday and Paid Time OffTuition ReimbursementPaid Parental LeaveThe base salary range for this position is $180,000 to $240,000, along with annual bonus eligibility.