Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance · 6 months ago
Wholesale Property Underwriter: Senior Underwriter / AVP / VP
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $250K/yr
6+ years expBerkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) is a strategic and trusted insurance partner providing a broad range of commercial property, casualty, and specialty insurance coverages. They are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Property Underwriter to evaluate and qualify property insurance submissions, focusing on CAT-exposed risks, and to build strong relationships with brokers for profitable underwriting opportunities.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Review and assess property insurance submissions for completeness, accuracy, and risk acceptability
Analyze CAT-exposed property risks and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms
Collaborate with brokers to understand market opportunities and develop tailored insurance solutions
Maintain underwriting discipline while achieving business growth and profitability goals
Document underwriting thought process & decisions; maintain accurate records in internal systems
Stay current on industry trends & (re)insurer financial results
Qualification
Required
6+ years of property underwriting experience, preferably in the Wholesale and/or E&S market
Strong understanding of CAT-exposed property business, competitive landscape, and risk assessment
Proven ability to evaluate complex submissions and make sound underwriting decisions
Demonstrate ability and understanding of location-level and peril-level underwriting
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with brokers and internal teams
Proficiency in underwriting tools and systems; familiarity with CAT modeling software and terminology is required
Proven customer relationship experience
Strong communication skills including negotiation and presentation experience
Willingness to travel
Preferred
Experience with Shared & Layered accounts (both primary and excess participations) and manuscript policy forms is strongly preferred
Benefits
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
Company
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance is a company providing risk solutions and claims care.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Peter J. Eastwood
President & Chief Executive Officer
Joe Saab
Vice President, Head of Executive and Professional Lines, Middle East
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