Job Opportunity:
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity as Senior Marine Underwriter to join the team in our brand-new office in Hamburg.
We are seeking an individual who is intelligent, passionate and who is always striving towards excellence.
You should be comfortable to collaborate closely with internal & external stakeholders 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 an experienced Underwriter looking to expand their responsibilities and underwriting knowledge with an experienced and well-regarded unit within a top global insurance company.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Develop and grow the profitable book of Marine business, predominantly Marine Cargo
2. Managing of Multinational Programs
3. Establish, develop, and expand broker, agents and customer relationships in the region
4. Underwrite assigned accounts while ensuring appropriate analysis and documentation
5. Work in a fast-paced, bottom line-oriented environment, multi-task, and make quick decisions while maintaining underwriting integrity
6. Effectively communicate BHSI value proposition and demonstrate leadership in the region
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
7. 5+ years of Marine Cargo underwriting experience
8. Broader knowledge in other Marine product classes is definitely a plus
9. Existing broker and customer relationships, or the experience and ability to develop strong broker and customer relationships quickly
10. Strong underwriting acumen and attention to detail
11. Experience and strong understanding of policy forms, including broker manuscripts; it’s coverage intent, structure, and application; how it would respond in certain claim scenarios
12. Strong collaboration and team building skills
13. Strong communication skills
14. Degree or equivalent education, and/or strong insurance qualifications
15. Some travel will be required
16. Fluency in German and English
BHSI Offers:
17. A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates
18. A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders
19. A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework