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    Associate Underwriter, Financial Institutions Chicago, IL - BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY SPEC INS

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    Associate Underwriter, Financial Institutions
    Are you looking for a place that truly values and accepts differences of perspectives and understands that winning together builds a stronger organization?
    Are you looking for an organization that is a powerful platform driven by exceptional people and one where you can be recognized and rewarded for individual excellence in a team framework?
    Are you looking for the opportunity to start building meaningful, professional relationships with people who, like you, have a high level of capabilities and strong character, who care about each other, their customers, and communities?
    Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty, and specialty lines insurance company in the world?
    If so, then our Associate Cohort program is for you

    BHSI has an exciting entry-level opportunity in our Executive and Professional Liability division for an Underwriting Associate to join the Financial Institutions team based in our Chicago office.

    The cohort program will begin in June 2024.

    We are seeking a teammate looking to build a career in underwriting financial line products (Directors and Officers Liability, Errors and Omissions, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability, and Fidelity Bonds) for Financial Institutions.

    We are seeking teammates who want to challenge themselves through diverse learning and growth opportunities, who value a collaborative culture, and who embrace that profitable underwriting is paramount.


    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Helping to build a book of business that is consistent with the team's strategic focus.
    Develop and cultivate broker and customer relationships.
    Underwrite efficiently without sacrificing discipline, diligence, or portfolio strength.
    Work in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of service orientation, agility, and decisiveness.
    Be a positive reflection on the company by demonstrating integrity and leadership in the marketplace.
    Effectively communicate BHSI's value proposition to brokers and customers.
    Work closely with our in-house claims team to help create a positive and transparent experience for our customers.
    Collaborate with teammates across all product lines.

    Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
    0-2 years of professional experience.
    Degree or equivalent (focus on Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management preferred).
    Demonstrated understanding of financial analysis and financial markets.

    Desire to learn and synthesize an understanding of policy forms and coverage types including Directors and Officers Liability, Errors and Omissions, Employment Practices Liability, Fiduciary Liability, and Fidelity.

    Ability and willingness to develop and nurture a network of broker and customer relationships.
    Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
    Excellent communication negotiation and customer service skills.
    Experience with MS Office applications.
    All candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States.
    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.


    BHSI Offers Associates:
    The opportunity to build a broad knowledge of the insurance industry through instructor-led training classes.
    Mentorship, career development, and learning opportunities as you engage with senior management.
    A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities with a growing global organization.
    A liberating, fast-paced culture, centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our business.
    A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity, encourages innovation and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework.


    NOTE:
    Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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