Plymouth Meeting, PA
Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually
Who are we?
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.
We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?
Learn more about our unique culture and history.
Job Opportunity:
BHSI has an exciting opportunity for an Underwriting Technician for our property division. The Underwriting Technician (UT) will work within and support the underwriting team performing tasks as part of our underwriting process, which includes proposal and bind transactions for our property business. The UT will also perform underwriting activities associated with information gathering and rating for new business, renewals, and midterm changes. Additionally, the UT will assist with electronic file preparation on behalf of the Underwriter. The role is based in our Plymouth Meeting, PA office.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support underwriters with activities related to account underwriting including preparing modeling requests and verifying property valuations.
- Build electronic files and ensure file integrity.
- Prepare, proof and coordinate policy and endorsement issuance.
- Process financial transactions and verify policies are booked correctly and invoices are issued correctly.
- Triage broker submissions and ensure all required underwriting data is accurate.
- As needed draft quotes and binders and review with underwriters.
- Correspond with brokers; follow up on outstanding information.
- Act as a liaison to the Operations Group.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Multitasking Ability: Proven capability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced underwriting environment.
- Organizational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, documentation, and workflow tracking. Detail-oriented mindset.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and underwriting systems or databases.
- Communication Skills: Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills for internal collaboration and external correspondence.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to review and interpret data, identify discrepancies, and support underwriters in risk assessment processes.
- Team Collaboration: Comfortable working closely with underwriters, brokers, and other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of submissions and endorsements.
- Growth Mindset: Strong willingness to learn and self-motivated with a proactive approach.
- Preferred qualifications include
- Prior experience in an insurance or underwriting support role.
- Familiarity with property lines of business.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
BHSI Offers:
- 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:
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- 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.
The base salary range for this position in Plymouth Meeting, PA is $60,000 to $70,000, 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.
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