Senior Underwriter Construction, Casualty, London
London, United Kingdom
Who are we?
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?
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Job Opportunity:
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Underwriter, Construction Casualty to join our Energy & Construction Casualty team in London.
Day-to-day responsibilities of this role include contributions towards the growth and build-out of our Energy & Construction Casualty business across all relevant distribution channels, pre-qualifying accounts, utilizing underwriting acumen to select risks within the company’s risk appetite and expanding and developing new business opportunities with brokers and customers in both the UK and Internationally.
We are seeking an individual who is energized, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence. You should be comfortable working closely with actuaries, the claims team, and underwriters from across the broader team. In addition, necessary character, relationship building and negotiating skills to help lead and further build a profitable book of business are of the upmost importance. The successful candidate will be focused on a positive customer experience, while maintaining sound underwriting discipline. This position is a great fit for a Senior Casualty Underwriter looking to expand their responsibilities and underwriting knowledge with an experienced and well-regarded unit within a top global insurance company.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support the development and growth of the Construction Casualty book in London that is consistent with the teams focus on profitable growth.
- Establish, develop, and expand broker and customer relationships.
- Operate in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Underwrite Primary and Excess accounts while ensuring appropriate analysis and documentation without sacrificing discipline, diligence, and quality service. Accounts will be both UK and Internationally domiciled.
- Work in a customer facing environment with a high focus on long term relationships.
- Maintain a profitable renewal book.
- Effectively communicate BHSI value proposition.
- Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace.
- Work within a collaborative global team.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- 5+ years of experience Casualty underwriting in Construction sectors.
- Strong underwriting acumen and attention to detail.
- Have strong existing broker and customer relationships and have the ability to develop new broker and customer relationships.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills including negotiation, communications, and presentation experience.
- Entrepreneurial and a motivated self-starter.
- Experience in London market and strong understanding of London market coverage, policy wording and broker manuscripts.
- Willing to travel on business as required.
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 organisation
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