Experienced Casualty Underwriter - Sr Underwriter/AVP

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance•New York, NY

4d•$125,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Casualty Underwriter to join our Casualty team based out of New York. This role is a great fit for an underwriter or broker with at least 5 years’ experience working in casualty, ideally in excess casualty or E&S casualty. In this role the experienced Casualty underwriter will be responsible for expanding and developing new business opportunities through production and marketing calls with brokers and clients, prequalifying new business and utilizing underwriting acumen to identify and select sound casualty risks.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years Casualty underwriting or broking experience.
Strong underwriting acumen.
Existing broker & customer relationships.
Ability to work both independently and to collaborate with all levels and disciplines.
Ability to work within a fast paced, customer focused & team environment.
Strong communication skills including advanced negotiation and presentation experience.
Willing to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

Ideally in excess casualty or E&S casualty.

Responsibilities

Develop and grow the Casualty book of business which includes primary general liability, lead umbrella, and excess liability for various classes (e.g. General Casualty, Energy, Transportation, and Products).
Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships in the New York Region.
Work closely with loss control, claims, and legal teams to evaluate risk and provide solutions to customers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity.
Maintain a profitable renewal book.
Attend customer and broker meetings.