Director & Actuary - Commercial Property - Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Overview

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!

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Director & Actuary-Commercial Property who is interested in playing a leading role as we transform GUARD into a top tier commercial insurer.  Your work in our dynamic, fast-paced atmosphere will have a direct impact on our results. This position is a vocal leader within the department and in working with business partners.  This role participates in setting the strategic direction for their area while managing a team of analysts.

This position can also be filled at the Director & Assistant Actuary level. The position can be located in Wilkes-Barre (PA), New York City (NY), Parsippany (NJ), Chicago (IL), Philadelphia (PA), Atlanta (GA), Dallas (TX), or Phoenix (AZ). The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required.

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• Provide strategic input and collaborate with business partners, such as Claims and Product, in product development and profitability management.
• Initiate, organize, and lead the completion of actuarial analyses for the Commercial Property line, including delegation to others.
• Manage multiple assignments independently and simultaneously with a focus on timeliness and accuracy.
• Lead methodology enhancements and enable efficiencies within the department and throughout the organization.
• Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained that allows another actuarial staff member to understand and recreate the work product.
• Prioritize and drive industry research, studies, and analyses to support actuarial projects.
• Collaborate with other areas of the organization to determine available data for actuarial analyses and reporting requirements.
• Communicate results, including insights and recommendations within the department, to other departments, and to senior leadership.
• Communicate with external business partners as needed.
• Manage, grow, and develop team members as appropriate and advocate for their continued development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or another field with a rigorous mathematics background.
• ACAS or FCAS required
• At least 7 years of Actuarial experience, with experience in Commercial Property pricing
• Results-oriented with the ability to multi-task and adjust priorities when necessary.
• Experience managing or mentoring less experienced team members.