Account Underwriter - Payroll Partners

Berkshire Hathaway Guard; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Account Underwriter to join their Payroll Partners Underwriting team in Pittsburgh. This role emphasizes underwriting responsibilities with a strong focus on building relationships and business development. Successful candidates will have a background in commercial lines underwriting, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to managing agency partnerships.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits package

401K retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Up to 6 weeks of parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity awards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in commercial lines underwriting.
• Experience in workers’ compensation is essential.
• Ability to develop productive agency relationships.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite Workers’ Compensation and other commercial business profitably.
• Act as primary underwriting contact for assigned agencies.
• Develop marketing strategies with distribution partners.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Negotiation

Risk Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

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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 seeking a relationship-driven Account Underwriter to join our Strategic Payroll Partners Underwriting team in the Pittsburgh region. In this role, you will take ownership of underwriting responsibilities for a defined agency territory, with a strong emphasis on field presence and business development. The ideal candidate pairs underwriting experience with excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary underwriting contact for assigned agency partners, maintaining a consistent on-site presence in their local office (minimum 3 days per week) to drive new business growth.
• Underwrite Workers’ Compensation, BOP/GL, and Commercial Auto business for new and renewal submissions profitably, following company guidelines and granted authority.
• Manage endorsements and provide ongoing service for agents within the defined agency territory.
• Develop and execute marketing strategies in collaboration with distribution and agency partners.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance service delivery, surface key concerns and agency feedback, and advocate for effective solutions.
• Contribute to strategic planning by offering insights into market trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning.
• Represent the company at sponsored agency events, strengthening brand visibility and building relationships.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial lines underwriting, including at least 1 year of workers’ compensation experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain productive agency relationships.
• Strong critical thinking, risk analysis, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently while contributing to a larger team vision.
• Comfortable with frequent travel within assigned region and occasional travel to home office.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Insurance

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