Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter

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 In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating, selecting, and pricing new and renewal business based on company standards and within granted underwriting authority. Qualifications BA/BS degree required Technical insurance designations such as AU or CPCU preferred Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto and Workers Compensation Advanced knowledge of property and casualty underwriting procedures, risk assessment, and practices. Familiarity with insurance policy language and forms Solid understanding of data analytics Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Capable of collaborating effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization Strong work ethic, independence, and dependability Collaborate with Distribution in the region with focus on territory production and profitability Travel to key relationships, moderate virtual agency meetings, and attend trade shows as needed Salary Range $60,000.00-$125,000.00 USD 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 any of our office locations, including: Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA