A&E Underwriter — Profit‑Driven, Client‑Facing Leader

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) invites experienced underwriters to join the Professional Liability team as Architects & Engineers (A&E) underwriter. You will assess design professional risks, underwrite complex policies, and engage with brokers and clients to build a profitable book.

Locations include New York, Boston, Stevens Point, Atlanta or Chicago; the role emphasizes collaboration, prudent risk selection, and delivering innovative solutions backed by the Berkshire Hathaway

Qualifications

• 10+ years of underwriting experience preferred; candidates with a minimum of 3 years of A&E underwriting experience encouraged to apply.
• Strong technical skills in analyzing design professional risks.
• Solid understanding of policy forms and coverage.
• Network of strong broker and client relationships.
• Collaborative and team-focused mentality.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a book of business aligned with profitability goals.
• Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships.
• Underwrite efficiently while maintaining discipline and quality service.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with agility and decisiveness.
• Underwrite to complex and challenging risks and develop creative solutions.
• Understand market conditions and respond as they evolve.
• Be a positive reflection on the company with integrity and leadership.
• Communicate BHSI’s value proposition to brokers and customers.
• Collaborate with teammates across all product lines.

Skills

Underwriting experience

A&E underwriting

Technical skills

Policy forms

Broker relationships

Collaboration

Communication

BA/BS degree

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) invites experienced underwriters to join the Professional Liability team as Architects & Engineers (A&E) underwriter. You will assess design professional risks, underwrite complex policies, and engage with brokers and clients to build a profitable book.

Locations include New York, Boston, Stevens Point, Atlanta or Chicago; the role emphasizes collaboration, prudent risk selection, and delivering innovative solutions backed by the Berkshire Hathaway