Underwriting Technician Casualty, West Region
BHSI, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Who are we?
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 Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance has an exciting opportunity for an Underwriting Technician (UT) to join our West Region Casualty team in Los Angeles. The Underwriting Technician performs tasks to directly support all aspects of the underwriting team and underwriting process, including but not limited to data collection, analysis, proposal creation, policy binding and post-binding servicing. The Underwriting Technician works directly with all departments within our Casualty organization while coordinating information flow and operational support, as well as our external broker partners by supporting the teams’ marketing and policy issuance efforts.
Duties & Responsibilities
Support underwriters with all activities related to account development and management of submissions.
Assist underwriters in data analysis and account assessment as well as the preparation of quotes, binders and policies.
Maintain underwriting files and ensure file integrity.
Correspond with brokers; follow‑up on outstanding information.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, multi‑task and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity.
Coordinate policy issuance and liaise with Operations team.
Qualifications, Skills And Experience
Minimum 3‑5 years professional experience
General understanding of insurance industry functionality
Strong customer service skills for broker interfacing
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Proven attention to detail, particularly in drafting documents and preparing invoices
Must be proactive and able to work within a team environment
Self‑starter; ability to support and build workflow and process
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
Strong competency in MS Office applications
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:
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 is $60,000 to $80,000 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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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 Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance has an exciting opportunity for an Underwriting Technician (UT) to join our West Region Casualty team in Los Angeles. The Underwriting Technician performs tasks to directly support all aspects of the underwriting team and underwriting process, including but not limited to data collection, analysis, proposal creation, policy binding and post-binding servicing. The Underwriting Technician works directly with all departments within our Casualty organization while coordinating information flow and operational support, as well as our external broker partners by supporting the teams’ marketing and policy issuance efforts.
Duties & Responsibilities
Support underwriters with all activities related to account development and management of submissions.
Assist underwriters in data analysis and account assessment as well as the preparation of quotes, binders and policies.
Maintain underwriting files and ensure file integrity.
Correspond with brokers; follow‑up on outstanding information.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, multi‑task and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity.
Coordinate policy issuance and liaise with Operations team.
Qualifications, Skills And Experience
Minimum 3‑5 years professional experience
General understanding of insurance industry functionality
Strong customer service skills for broker interfacing
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Proven attention to detail, particularly in drafting documents and preparing invoices
Must be proactive and able to work within a team environment
Self‑starter; ability to support and build workflow and process
Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
Strong competency in MS Office applications
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:
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 is $60,000 to $80,000 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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