Commercial Lines Underwriting Analyst

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies•Wilkes-Barre, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you'll evaluate commercial lines business, help assess risk, support agency partners, and contribute to profitable growth. Whether you're building on existing underwriting experience or looking to take the next step in your insurance career, you'll have opportunities to develop your knowledge, strengthen your decision-making skills, and learn from experienced underwriting professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and risk assessment skills.
Ability to make informed decisions while balancing growth and profitability objectives.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Self-starter who can work independently and contribute effectively within a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and underwriting systems.

Nice To Haves

Commercial lines insurance or underwriting experience preferred.
Professional insurance designations such as AU, CPCU, or progress toward designation preferred.
Working knowledge of commercial insurance coverages, policy language, and coverage forms preferred.

Responsibilities

Review, evaluate, and underwrite commercial lines new business submissions in accordance with company guidelines and appetite.
Analyze risk characteristics, coverage needs, and pricing factors to make sound underwriting decisions.
Verify insured operations and exposures to ensure underwriting accuracy.
Review Loss Control inspection reports and determine appropriate underwriting actions.
Process endorsements, policy modifications, and other servicing requests for existing accounts.
Evaluate renewal business to support retention, profitability, and portfolio performance.
Communicate underwriting decisions and recommendations clearly and professionally to agency partners.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with agents through responsive service and collaboration.
Work closely with underwriting leadership and team members to address underwriting questions and complex situations.
Participate in training and professional development opportunities to expand underwriting knowledge and technical expertise.
Maintain compliance with underwriting guidelines, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.