Territory Commercial Lines Underwriter (Hybrid)

Berkshire Hathaway Guard; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Medical, dental & vision starting day

401(k) and tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Territory Underwriter to manage a designated commercial lines territory in the United States. You will evaluate risk, price new and renewal business, and build strong agency relationships to drive profitable growth.

You will partner with Distribution and business leaders to execute territory growth strategies, monitor market trends, and maintain productive agency partnerships across the region.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and price new and renewal business within established underwriting authority.
• Manage profitability, retention, and growth within an assigned territory.
• Negotiate terms and conditions to secure profitable business opportunities.
• Partner with Distribution and Line of Business leaders to develop and execute territory growth strategies.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with agency partners.
• Provide responsive service and support to agents while strengthening agency engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify service improvements and address agency feedback.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity to identify opportunities and support business planning.
• Travel throughout the territory to meet with agency partners and attend industry events as needed.
• Participate in virtual meetings and maintain regular communication with key stakeholders

Skills

Underwriting

Risk assessment

Relationship building

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AU/CPCU designation

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Territory Underwriter to manage a designated commercial lines territory in the United States. You will evaluate risk, price new and renewal business, and build strong agency relationships to drive profitable growth.

You will partner with Distribution and business leaders to execute territory growth strategies, monitor market trends, and maintain productive agency partnerships across the region.