VP, E&S Property Line Leader chez Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.

Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values:  accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!

Benefits:

We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer!

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
• 401K retirement plan with company match
• Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays
• Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
• Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
• Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
• Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
• And much more!

Vice President, E&S Property Line Leader

Location: Hybrid from New York City, Parsippany NJ, Philadelphia, or Wilkes Barre, PA
Reports to: Chief Underwriting Officer
Relocation: Included for the right candidate

Overview

The VP, E&S Property Line Leader is responsible for the strategic leadership, development, and profitable growth of the Excess & Surplus (E&S) Property portfolio. This executive role requires deep expertise in E&S underwriting, particularly in single-risk and layered/shared property products, and a strong command of market dynamics, catastrophe risk management, and underwriting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the business strategy for the E&S Property line, aligning with organizational goals and market opportunities.

• Oversee underwriting performance, product mix, rating strategies, and catastrophe budget deployment.

• Ensure profitability and compliance across all underwriting activities.

• Lead and manage underwriters, including those with delegated authority. Personally underwrite complex risks when needed and approve high-impact underwriting decisions.

• Collaborate with product teams to develop new forms, rates, and underwriting protocols. Drive innovation in underwriting tools and systems.

• Build and maintain relationships with key brokers and trading partners. Represent the company externally and travel as needed to support business development.

• Lead post-event loss evaluations and ensure prudent reserving practices.

• Foster a high-performance culture, mentor underwriting talent, and support succession planning.

What We’re Looking For:

• • 10+ years in E&S Product Management or related roles (underwriting experience a plus)
  • Deep understanding of E&S Property insurance, including market dynamics and regulatory considerations. 
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution
  • Familiarity with tools like PowerBI and Excel (training available)

Salary Range

$200,000-$300,000.00 USD with performance based bonus potential

The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training and market conditions. The higher end of the applies to roles based in higher cost-of-living areas.