Underwriter, General Casualty

2 months ago

UK, UK, United Kingdom Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Full time

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:


Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a General Casualty Underwriter to join our General Casualty, UK team in London.


Day-to-day responsibilities of this role include contributions towards the growth and build-out of General Casualty business across all relevant distribution channels, pre-qualifying accounts, utilising underwriting acumen to select risks within the company’s risk appetite and expanding and developing new business opportunities with brokers and customers.


We are seeking an individual who is energised, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence. You should be comfortable working closely with actuaries, the claims team, and underwriters from across the broader team. In addition, necessary character, relationship building and negotiating skills to help lead and further build a profitable book of business are of the upmost importance. The successful candidate will be focused on a positive customer experience, while maintaining sound underwriting discipline. This position is a great fit for a Casualty Underwriter looking to expand their responsibilities and underwriting knowledge with an experienced and well-regarded unit within a top global insurance company.


Duties & Responsibilities:


  • Support the development and build-out of General Casualty, UK that is consistent with the teams focus on profitable growth
  • Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships
  • Underwrite Primary and Excess accounts while ensuring appropriate analysis and documentation without sacrificing discipline, diligence, and quality service
  • Maintain a profitable renewal book
  • Effectively communicate BHSI value proposition
  • Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace


Qualifications, Skills and Experience:


  • 2+ years of Casualty Underwriting experience
  • Strong underwriting acumen
  • Existing broker and customer relationships, or the experience and ability to develop strong broker and customer relationships quickly
  • Experience and understanding of policy forms
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Strong communication skills including negotiation and presentation 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


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

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