Counsel/Senior Counsel, Casualty And Healthcare

Who are we?

A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character.

We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world?

Learn more about our unique culture and history.

Job Opportunity:

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a legal counsel role in our New York, Chicago, or Boston office. This Counsel/Senior Counsel is responsible for assisting Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company's ("BHSIC") Legal Department in supporting BHSIC in North America, including the development and use of Casualty and Healthcare insurance products in admitted and non-admitted markets. The attorney selected for this position will work closely with the legal, underwriting, claims, state affairs, operations, and other functional teams to support BHSIC's continued growth in North America by providing technical legal advice, assistance, and support with respect to BHSIC's Casualty and Healthcare insurance products (and development of such products) for use in North America.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice regarding BHSIC's products and product development in North America.
• Collaborate with Underwriting, Claims, and other functional teams on legal issues associated with BHSIC's products and product development, business, and operations in North America.
• Participate in new product and business opportunities.
• Support underwriters in reviewing/issuing various BHSIC products.
• Review legal/regulatory requirements concerning BHSIC's Casualty and Healthcare products.
• Assist in the development of system and procedures to disseminate legal information to underwriting, claims and other functional teams on legal developments that effect BHSIC's products and business.
• Prepare market surveys relative to Casualty and Healthcare products.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• 7+ years' experience as a lawyer, in-house counsel with a major commercial insurance company preferred.
• JD degree from an ABA approved law school.
• Advanced knowledge of casualty insurance required, preferably with healthcare insurance knowledge.
• Experience litigating insurance coverage matters and/or drafting insurance forms and endorsements required.
• Familiarity with state regulations related to the admitted insurance market.
• Admission to practice in New York, Illinois, or Massachusetts as a licensed attorney.
• Experience with general insurance principles and practices.
• Time management, prioritization and project management skills required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Self-driven and self-disciplined.
• Able to work independently.

BHSI Offers:

• A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates
• A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates, and our other stakeholders
• A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework
• Benefits that support your life and well-being, which include:
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
• Life Insurance (for you and your family)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (for you and your family)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous holiday and Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

The base salary range for this position is from $150,000 - $190,000 along with annual bonus eligibility; a candidate's actual salary is commensurate with experience as determined by their relevant skills and experience. We value our teammates - both their capabilities and character - as demonstrated by our amazing culture.