Job Description
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway’s insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced D&O Underwriter or Senior Underwriter to join our Executive & Professional team in Dublin. The Underwriter will be responsible for developing and expanding new business opportunities through production & marketing calls with brokers and clients, marketing to distribution channels, prequalifying new business, and utilizing underwriting acumen to select sound risks within company guidelines to maintain profitability.We are seeking an individual who is intelligent, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence. Our expectations are for the teammate to be able to learn new products and have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all levels and disciplines. You should be comfortable working closely with actuaries, the Claims team and underwriters from across the broader team. Good data and file management skills are required. In addition, necessary character, relationship building and negotiating skills to help lead and further build a profitable book of business are of the utmost importance.The successful candidate will be focused on a positive customer experience, while maintaining sound underwriting discipline. This position is a great fit for an Underwriter looking to expand their responsibilities and underwriting knowledge with an experienced and well-regarded team within a top global insurance company.Duties & Responsibilities:Underwriting a wide variety of D&O and FI risks from multinational corporates to middle market risks, across a variety of industries and products. The role is in the D&O and Financial Institutions team. You will be responsible for managing a renewal book as well as expanding and developing new business opportunities and driving development of new products.Assisting leadership with strategy and portfolio management.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity and profitability.Develop and grow the D&O and FI books of business which includes primary and excess for various classes.Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships.Work closely with Claims, Actuarial and Legal teams to evaluate risk and provide solutions to customers.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:Minimum of 3 years Financial Lines underwriting experience, in D&O and/or Financial Institutions.Strong underwriting acumen and experience and understanding of policy forms.Existing broker and customer relationships, or the experience and ability to develop strong broker and customer relationships quickly.Ability to work within a team environment.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity.Strong communication skills including advanced negotiation, communication and presentation experience.Degree or equivalent education, and/or strong insurance qualifications.BHSI Offers:A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates.• A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders.• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining why this would be the perfect role for you to hr.europe@bhspecialty.com.NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr