Inland Marine Associate Underwriter – Grow Your Career

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Generous paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company (BHSI) in New York is seeking an Associate Underwriter to join the Inland Marine underwriting team. This entry-level role offers exposure to pre-qualifying new business and analyzing Contractors' Equipment exposures while learning underwriting fundamentals.

You will work with experienced underwriters, brokers, and customers to build knowledge, support policy documentation, and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills grow.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of professional experience; recent graduates and entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to develop underwriting and insurance knowledge.
• Willingness to take initiative, collaborate with others, and apply constructive feedback.
• Interest in building a career in commercial insurance and underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with underwriters to review and pre-qualify new business opportunities and support sound underwriting decisions.
• Review submission materials and analyze relevant exposures, including Contractors' Equipment risks, to help structure appropriate insurance terms.
• Develop an understanding of Inland Marine products, underwriting appetite, policy wordings, risk selection, and deal structure through hands-on experience and collaboration with the team.
• Support the preparation, review, and issuance of underwriting and policy documentation with a focus on accuracy and timely service.
• Work closely with underwriters, brokers, and customers to gather information, respond to business needs, and contribute to strong relationships.
• Manage assigned underwriting activities and priorities with attention to detail, responsiveness, and accountability.
• Build underwriting knowledge and capabilities over time by seeking feedback, asking thoughtful questions, and applying what you learn to increasingly complex work.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Initiative & curiosity

Team collaboration

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company (BHSI) in New York is seeking an Associate Underwriter to join the Inland Marine underwriting team. This entry-level role offers exposure to pre-qualifying new business and analyzing Contractors' Equipment exposures while learning underwriting fundamentals.

You will work with experienced underwriters, brokers, and customers to build knowledge, support policy documentation, and gradually take on more responsibility as your skills grow.