Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter

careers-guard; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision from day one

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies in Plano, TX is seeking a senior Underwriter to evaluate, price and manage commercial lines, applying underwriting judgment for profitable growth.

Hybrid schedule (2 days remote / 3 in-office), competitive pay, generous PTO, and benefits from day one. Requires bachelor’s degree and 5+ years underwriting experience; CPCU/AU designations are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) required or expected in related field.
• Minimum of 5 years underwriting experience in Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto and Workers Compensation.
• Strong understanding of underwriting practices, risk assessment and policy structures.
• Familiarity with insurance policy language and coverage forms.
• Data-driven approach to support underwriting decisions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and price commercial lines business.
• Support profitability of portfolio and adherence to underwriting standards.
• Collaborate with distribution partners and agency relationships.
• Travel to key agency partner relationships and participate in meetings.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Data-driven decisions

Cross-team collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

AU or CPCU designation

Job description

Overview

Good Things Start Here.Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

Evaluate, select, and price commercial lines business while supporting the performance and profitability of the portfolio.

Work closely with distribution partners and agency relationships, applying underwriting judgment and market awareness to support thoughtful growth within your assigned authority.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Evaluate,select, and price new and renewal business in alignment with underwriting standards and authority
• Partner with Distribution to support territory production and profitability
• Travel to key agency partner relationships, participate in virtual meetings, and attend industry events as needed

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Professional designations such as AU or CPCU preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto and Workers Compensation
• Strong understanding of underwriting practices, risk assessment, and policy structures
• Familiarity with insurance policy language and coverage forms
• Solid understanding of working with data to support underwriting decisions
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skill
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Self‑motivated with strong attention to detail and accountability

What to Expect

• Regular interaction with distribution partners and internal stakeholders
• Mix of independent underwriting and collaborative decision-making
• Opportunity for both virtual and in‑person agency engagement

Salary Range

$60,000.00-$125,000.00 USD with performance-based bonus potential

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good‑faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

This role may be based out of our office locations:

Scottsdale, AZ; Rancho Cordova, CA; Plano, TX and Rosemont, IL

Interview Integrity Notice:Berkshire Hathaway GUARD is committed to a fair and consistent hiring process. Candidates are expected to participate independently in interviews. Unauthorized recording, transcription, AI note-taking, or AI interview assistance tools may not be used during interviews without prior approval.