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Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Territory Commercial Lines Underwriter

scottsdale, AZ

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Overview

nGood 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. nGood Things You Can Count On. n 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

n nResponsibilities

nWhat You’ll Do

We're looking for an experienced Territory Underwriter to manage and grow a designated commercial lines territory. In this role, you'll evaluate risk, make sound underwriting decisions, build strong agency relationships, and help drive profitable growth across the region. You'll work closely with Distribution partners, business leaders, and agency stakeholders to identify opportunities, support retention efforts, and deliver exceptional service.nHow You’ll Make an Impact

n Evaluate, select, and price new and renewal business within established underwriting authority.

Manage profitability, retention, and growth within an assigned territory.

Negotiate terms and conditions to secure profitable business opportunities.

Partner with Distribution and Line of Business leaders to develop and execute territory growth strategies.

Build and maintain productive relationships with agency partners.

Provide responsive service and support to agents while strengthening agency engagement.

Collaborate with internal teams to identify service improvements and address agency feedback.

Monitor market trends and competitive activity to identify opportunities and support business planning.

Travel throughout the territory to meet with agency partners and attend industry events as needed.

Participate in virtual meetings and maintain regular communication with key stakeholders

n nQualifications

nWhat You’ll Bring

n Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Professional designations such as AU or CPCU preferred

Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in Property, General Liability, Commercial Auto and Workers Compensation

Strong understanding of underwriting practices, risk assessment, and policy structures

Familiarity with insurance policy language and coverage forms

Solid understanding of working with data to support underwriting decisions

Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skill 

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and accountability

n nWhat to Expect

n A blend of underwriting expertise, territory management, and relationship building.

Regular interaction with agency partners and internal business leaders.

Opportunities to influence territory performance and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

A collaborative environment focused on delivering long-term profitable results.

n nnSalary Range

n$60,000.00-$125,000.00 USD with performance-based bonus potential 

nIn 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. 

nnThis role may be based out of our office locations: nScottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA.   nInterview Integrity Notice: Berkshire Hathaway GUARD is committed to a fair and consistent hiring process. Candidates are expected to participate independently in interviews. Unauthorized recording, transcription, AI note-taking, or AI interview assistance tools may not be used during interviews without prior approval.

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scottsdale, AZ, 85261, US

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