Commercial Property and Casualty Underwriting Manager - Large Accounts at Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company

Jenkins Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Underwriting, Risk analysis, Performance management, Team leadership, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Property and casualty insurance, Strategic planning, Problem resolution, Customer experience management

Industry

Insurance

Description

Description This is a hybrid position that requires in-office work in Pittston, PA, Stamford, CT, or Omaha, NE. Job Responsibilities Supervises and assists an Underwriting staff in providing routine organizational underwriting and rating services to meet underwriting performance and service goals. Oversee other supervisors or team leaders to ensure they are leading a team that meets organizational goals. Provides working level supervision to underwriters performing routine underwriting tasks, with authority for personnel and performance management actions. Recommends possible improvements to underwriting policies, processes, guidelines and practices. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training; planning, assigning and directing work; evaluating performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Underwriting service responsibilities include, but are not limited to, referral review, post-bind reviews, rewrites, cancellations. Ensure underwriting quality and profitability through thorough analysis of risk exposure consistent with company appetite. Contribute to and foster a results-oriented culture that drives business growth and a delightful customer experience. Flexibility to adapt in a constantly changing start-up environment, including changes to technology, underwriting guidelines and appetite, compliance and regulation considerations, business strategies and corporate standards. Partially remote role – in person 2 days a week and remote 3 days a week. Includes overnight travel to meet with key agency relationships and inter-office travel. Includes appearing at depositions regarding underwriting related matters. Focuses on Large Accounts exceeding $100,000 in premium size or $10 million in TIV. Requirements Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Willingness to roll up sleeves and multi-task towards an elevated customer experience Proven analytical skills with the ability to operate with ambiguity and escalate items as necessary Strong interpersonal and communication skills with special attention to details Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and customers Self-starter capable of learning new skills and technologies in a rapidly changing environment Capability to work independently and within a team/group environment Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree is required Minimum 10 years of underwriting Property & Casualty Insurance experience Minimum 7 years of management experience About Us biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBerk.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer. BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBerk are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust. BHDIC is excited to announce our comprehensive benefits package with some new and enhanced features for 2026 that include: Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance. Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan. Generous PTO plan for all benefit-time eligible employees. Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays. Paid parental leave. Employee Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. Education Assistance Program that offers 100% upfront tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service for approved degree programs. Service Recognition Program that provides a monetary award to be used toward a vacation every 5 years of employment. Wellness Initiatives that include Fitness Center and Weight Watchers Reimbursement programs. Voluntary benefits that include accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity. Employee discount and rewards program on travel, tickets, electronics, home, and more. In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided. The salary range for this position is $80,000-$150,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assist an underwriting staff to meet performance goals while overseeing team leaders to ensure organizational objectives are achieved. Manage personnel tasks including hiring, training, and performance evaluation while ensuring underwriting quality and profitability for large accounts.