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Lead Commercial Lines Underwriter

Job Locations US-TX-Plano
Job ID
2026-5903
# of Openings
1
Category
Production Underwriting
Company
Plano, TX

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

What You’ll Do

Evaluate, select, and price commercial lines business while supporting the performance and profitability of the portfolio.

 

Work closely with distribution partners and agency relationships, applying underwriting judgment and market awareness to support thoughtful growth within your assigned authority.

How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Evaluate, select, and price new and renewal business in alignment with underwriting standards and authority
  • Partner with Distribution to support territory production and profitability
  • Travel to key agency partner relationships, participate in virtual meetings, and attend industry events as needed

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

  • 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

What to Expect

  • Regular interaction with distribution partners and internal stakeholders
  • Mix of independent underwriting and collaborative decision-making
  • Opportunity for both virtual and in-person agency engagement

 

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 our office located in: 
Plano, TX

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