Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies
Underwriting Manager - Premier Retail
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, United States
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Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Overview
Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.
Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer!
Competitive compensation Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment 401K retirement plan with company match Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation) Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement And much more!
Responsibilities
We are currently seeking a Manager to oversee Premier Partner Underwriting teams that work specifically with our Retail agents. This role will work closely with the Director of Underwriting to achieve the profitability and revenue goals of GUARD’s Retail partners.
Key Responsibilities Include
Build relationships with key Retail strategic partners to help increase submission volume as well as improving mix of business received. Handle higher level referrals from the team supervisors, communicate new directives to the team, and work with management on underwriting strategies for these partnerships. Oversee the monitoring of submission and renewal volumes, team efficiencies, and service level metrics for the teams. Review and assess workflow and staffing needs for the teams, including coordination of training for both new hires and current underwriting staff. Review quality control audits to identify issues. Assist Implementation team in ensuring Underwriting Policies and Procedures Manuals are current and accurate. Travel to key relationships, moderate virtual agency meetings, and attend trade shows as needed.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree preferred. Prior Supervisory experience required Technical insurance designations such as AU, API, CIC or CPCU designations preferred. Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience. Advanced knowledge of property and casualty underwriting procedures, risk assessment, and practices. Familiarity with insurance policy language and forms. Solid understanding of data analytics. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills with an ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization. Strong work ethic, independence, and dependability. Ability to develop and refine workflow processes.
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Underwriting Manager - Premier Retail
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Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Underwriting Manager - Premier Retail
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Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Overview
Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Overview
Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.
Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer!
Competitive compensation Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment 401K retirement plan with company match Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation) Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement And much more!
Responsibilities
We are currently seeking a Manager to oversee Premier Partner Underwriting teams that work specifically with our Retail agents. This role will work closely with the Director of Underwriting to achieve the profitability and revenue goals of GUARD’s Retail partners.
Key Responsibilities Include
Build relationships with key Retail strategic partners to help increase submission volume as well as improving mix of business received. Handle higher level referrals from the team supervisors, communicate new directives to the team, and work with management on underwriting strategies for these partnerships. Oversee the monitoring of submission and renewal volumes, team efficiencies, and service level metrics for the teams. Review and assess workflow and staffing needs for the teams, including coordination of training for both new hires and current underwriting staff. Review quality control audits to identify issues. Assist Implementation team in ensuring Underwriting Policies and Procedures Manuals are current and accurate. Travel to key relationships, moderate virtual agency meetings, and attend trade shows as needed.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree preferred. Prior Supervisory experience required Technical insurance designations such as AU, API, CIC or CPCU designations preferred. Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience. Advanced knowledge of property and casualty underwriting procedures, risk assessment, and practices. Familiarity with insurance policy language and forms. Solid understanding of data analytics. Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills with an ability to manage multiple projects. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization. Strong work ethic, independence, and dependability. Ability to develop and refine workflow processes.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Finance and Sales Industries Insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies by 2x Get notified about new Underwriting Manager jobs in
Wilkes-Barre, PA . Scranton, PA $115,000.00-$150,000.00 5 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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