Senior Program Underwriter

Berkshire Hathaway - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

501-1,000 employees

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Senior Program Underwriter will lead underwriting efforts for key insurance programs at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. This role involves managing relationships, overseeing portfolio performance, and ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines to drive profitability. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in property and casualty underwriting, particularly in professional liability, and will work closely with senior management to assess and develop new program opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead underwriter for designated insurance programs, delivering a profitable book of business.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with program partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Underwrite complex account referrals against company appetite and provide guidance to ensure that risk selections align with company standards.
• Conduct underwriting audits on existing programs to ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines.
• Monitor program performance and initiate guideline updates as needed to enhance profitability.
• Engage in evaluations of new program opportunities involving professional liability, collaborating with senior management.
• Support the growth of the programs business by taking on additional responsibilities as new programs are launched and expanded.

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of commercial property and casualty underwriting experience, with an emphasis on professional liability.
• Prior Program business experience is a plus.
• Direct experience with social services accounts is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage and nurture relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
• Experience in conducting audits of underwriting files and ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering profitability and managing risk effectively.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with social services accounts.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
• 401K retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days from home)
• Work/life balance schedule - no nights or weekends/closed for all major holidays
• Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment
• Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement