Product Manager - General Liability

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive pay + generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision starting day

401(k) & tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Product Manager to lead strategy, performance, and development of the Commercial Insurance portfolio. You will work with leadership to translate objectives into actionable underwriting and product initiatives, using data and market insights to drive profitable growth.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments to maintain guidelines, evaluate performance, and research market trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or related field.
• Five or more years of Commercial Insurance Product Management or Underwriting experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, underwriting principles, and portfolio management.
• Experience analyzing business performance and using data to support strategic recommendations.
• Knowledge of insurance market trends, state regulations, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and maintain underwriting and product strategies with line of business leadership.
• Analyze portfolio performance, key metrics, and market trends to identify opportunities.
• Monitor effectiveness of underwriting and product initiatives against objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to evaluate performance and refine strategies.
• Maintain underwriting guidelines, product documentation, and strategic enhancements.
• Conduct competitive and market research to support product decisions and identify opportunities or risks.
• Support design, development, and implementation of process and system changes aligned with business strategies.
• Work with training and marketing teams to develop communications and resources supporting product initiatives.
• Stay informed on state regulations and compliance requirements impacting product strategy.

Skills

Commercial Insurance

Product Management

Underwriting

Portfolio management

Data-driven decisions

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Good Things Start Here.

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies- and you can be part of it! We are 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.

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies- and you can be part of it! We are 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
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Product Manager to support the strategy, performance, and ongoing development of our Commercial Insurance portfolio. This role works closely with business leadership to evaluate portfolio results, develop underwriting strategies, maintain underwriting guidelines, and identify opportunities for profitable growth.

The Product Manager serves as a key resource in translating business objectives into actionable strategies. This includes analyzing portfolio performance, researching market and competitive trends, supporting product and process enhancements, and monitoring the effectiveness of strategic initiatives.

This position is well‑suited for a commercial insurance professional with a strong underwriting or product background who enjoys using data, market insight, and industry knowledge to influence business decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with line of business leadership to develop, document, and maintain underwriting and product strategies.
• Analyze portfolio performance, key business metrics, and market trends to identify opportunities and recommend actions.
• Monitor the effectiveness of underwriting and product initiatives, measuring results against established objectives.
• Collaborate with internal business analysis teams to evaluate performance and refine strategies based on results.
• Maintain and version‑control underwriting guidelines, product documentation, and strategic enhancements.
• Conduct competitive and market research to support product decisions and identify emerging opportunities or risks.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of process and system changes aligned with business strategies.
• Work with training and marketing teams to develop communications, training materials, and resources supporting product initiatives.
• Stay informed on state regulations, legislative changes, and compliance requirements that may impact product strategy and underwriting guidelines.
• Support ad hoc analyses and strategic projects related to portfolio management, underwriting performance, and business growth.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
• Five or more years of Commercial Insurance Product Management or Underwriting experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial insurance products, underwriting principles, and portfolio management.
• Experience analyzing business performance and using data to support strategic recommendations.
• Knowledge of insurance market trends, state regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Comfortable working in a matrixed environment and managing multiple priorities.

Salary Range:

$98,000 - $198,000 USD

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for a short‑term, performance‑based incentive bonus.

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.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Primary Locations:

This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including: New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Plano, TX; Scottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA.

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.