Environmental Pollution Underwriter; Casualty Team

Overview

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) is a strategic and trusted insurance partner offering a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages. We are part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, leveraging our brand, balance sheet strength, and global team of professionals. We are a values-based organization defined by respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment where every teammate can contribute and be recognized.

We invite you to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world.

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Pollution Underwriter to join our Central Region Casualty team based out of our Chicago or Houston office locations. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Underwriter with an environmental/pollution background, or for someone with a background in environmental consulting/engineering or geological experience who is looking to make a career change.

The Environmental Pollution underwriter is responsible for managing an existing renewal book of business as well as developing and expanding new business opportunities through production and marketing calls with brokers and clients, prequalifying new business opportunities, and utilizing underwriting acumen to select sound Environmental risks.

• Maintain and develop the Environmental book of business which consists of Contractors Pollution Liability (CPL) and Pollution Legal Liability (PLL) business.
• Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships across respective territories.
• Work closely with loss control, actuary, 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.
• Travel as required to achieve business goals.

• 5 - 10 years of Environmental underwriting or similar experience.
  • Candidates with 3-8 year of environmental consulting/engineering or geological experience will also be considered.
• Existing regional broker relationships (a plus) and/or proven ability to develop the same.
• Strong underwriting acumen and attention to detail.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills including proven negotiation and presentation experience.

• A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.
• A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders.
• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.
• Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
• Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental Death and 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
• Tution Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

The base salary range for this position in Chicago or Houston is $100,000 - $160,000, along with annual bonus eligibility. Total compensation for a candidate is determined by their relevant skills, location, and experience. We value our teammates – both their capabilities and character – as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE:

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.