Wholesale Property Underwriter: Senior Underwriter / AVP / VP

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insuance • Atlanta, GA

87d • $125,000 - $250,000

About The Position

BHSI has an exciting opportunity in either our Boston, MA or Atlanta, GA office for a detail-oriented and analytical Property Underwriter with 6+ years of experience, preferably in the Wholesale / Excess & Surplus (E&S) property insurance market. This role involves evaluating and qualifying property insurance submissions, with a focus on CAT-exposed risks. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and skilled at building strong relationships with brokers to identify and pursue profitable underwriting opportunities.

Requirements

• 6+ years of property underwriting experience, preferably in the Wholesale and/or E&S market.
• Strong understanding of CAT-exposed property business, competitive landscape, and risk assessment.
• Proven ability to evaluate complex submissions and make sound underwriting decisions.
• Demonstrate ability and understanding of location-level and peril-level underwriting.
• Experience with Shared & Layered accounts (both primary and excess participations) and manuscript policy forms is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with brokers and internal teams.
• Proficiency in underwriting tools and systems; familiarity with CAT modeling software and terminology is required.
• Proven customer relationship experience.
• Strong communication skills including negotiation and presentation experience.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess property insurance submissions for completeness, accuracy, and risk acceptability.
• Analyze CAT-exposed property risks and determine appropriate pricing and coverage terms.
• Collaborate with brokers to understand market opportunities and develop tailored insurance solutions.
• Maintain underwriting discipline while achieving business growth and profitability goals.
• Document underwriting thought process & decisions; maintain accurate records in internal systems.
• Stay current on industry trends & (re)insurer financial results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
• Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees