Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies · 1 month ago
Underwriting Manager - Payroll Partner
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is a leading provider of Property & Casualty insurance products. They are seeking a Manager to oversee their Payroll Partner Underwriting teams, focusing on profitability and revenue goals while serving as the primary contact for underwriting questions and escalations.
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Responsibilities
Serve as primary point of contact for underwriting questions and escalations from our key Payroll Partner relationships
Partner with AVP of Payroll Strategic Partnerships to help drive written premium growth, retention, and partner engagement
Handle higher level referrals from the team supervisors, communicate new directives to the team, and work with management on underwriting strategies for these partnerships
Oversee the monitoring of submission and renewal volumes, team efficiencies, and service level metrics for the teams
Review and assess workflow and staffing needs for the teams, including coordination of training for both new hires and current underwriting staff
Review quality control audits to identify training opportunities and create performance improvement and coaching plans
Assist Implementation team in ensuring Underwriting Policies and Procedures Manuals are current and accurate
Travel to key relationships, moderate virtual agency meetings, and attend trade shows as needed
Qualification
Required
Prior Supervisory experience required
Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience
Advanced knowledge of property and casualty underwriting procedures, risk assessment, and practices
Skilled in Sales and Negotiation
Familiarity with insurance policy language and forms
Solid understanding of key service metrics and various data tools
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills with an ability to manage multiple projects
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Strong work ethic, independence, and dependability
Ability to develop and refine workflow processes
Preferred
BA/BS degree preferred
Technical insurance designations such as AU, API, CIC or CPCU designations preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
401K retirement plan with company match
Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays
Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
And much more!
Company
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies offers property, casualty and commercial insurance solutions.
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