Underwriting Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Underwriting Manager roles attract H-1B and E-3 visa sponsorship from major insurers, reinsurers, and specialty carriers. Most require a bachelor's degree in finance, risk management, or a related field, with five or more years of underwriting experience qualifying as a specialty occupation. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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THREE is a growing insurance provider that sells a unique and straightforward insurance policy to small businesses – covering their property, liability, auto, and workers compensation risks. It was born out of and remains part of Berkshire Hathaway, one of the most respected companies in the world. At THREE, you’ll join a team of experienced insurance operators that chooses to run lean, promotes autonomy, and is charged with building a commercial insurer that challenges the largest players in its space.
We are seeking a Complex Commercial Underwriting Manager to oversee a new team in THREE’s Underwriting operation. This position will play a critical role in ensuring profitability of a portfolio of risks in our Complex segment across Commercial Property, Liability (GL, PL, Liquor Liability, D&O, EPLI, etc), Commercial Auto, and Workers Compensation in a comprehensive all-in-one policy.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership & Results Accountability:
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of specialized underwriters that touch THREE’s entire footprint.
- Drive high quality risk selection, underwriting quality, and discretionary pricing decisions for new business and renewals in a book of high hazard risks to drive profitable growth – specifically Hospitality, Habitational, Bar/Tavern, and LRO industries.
- Balance sound underwriting decision making with speed in an environment that is uniquely fast-paced for these types of risks.
Performance Monitoring:
- Meet or exceed specific performance metrics including but not limited to Turnaround Time, Bind Ratio, Loss Ratio, and Retention Ratio.
Process Improvement:
- Provide feedback/input on appetite, underwriting guidelines, processes, and workflows for risks that fit this specific segment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Take a proactive approach to helping Sales partners understand agent submission quality and opportunities for growth.
- Solicit feedback from Sales partners to coach underwriters, improve interactions with agents, and strengthen agency engagement.
Individual Contribution:
- Handle management level approval on out of authority referrals.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years of experience in P&C insurance, with at least 7 in commercial lines underwriting including multiple lines of business
- Deep understanding of the independent agent distribution system, specifically in the submission-to-bind process for medium sized risks
- Experience leading and managing underwriters to use all available tools to make appropriate risk selection and pricing decisions
- Hands on leader skilled at teaching and developing high performing teams, who is willing to take on a player-coach role
- Has experience contributing to appetite, underwriting guidelines, and operational processes and workflows
This role is fully remote, but may require occasional travel.
About us
Our parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through THREE will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.
BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at THREE are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.
BHDIC is excited to announce our comprehensive benefits package with some new and enhanced features for 2026 that include:
- Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan.
- Generous PTO plan for all benefit-time eligible employees.
- Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employee Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
- Education Assistance Program that offers 100% upfront tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service for approved degree programs.
- Service Recognition Program that provides a monetary award to be used toward a vacation every 5 years of employment.
- Wellness Initiatives that include Fitness Center and Weight Watchers Reimbursement programs.
- Voluntary benefits that include accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
- Employee discount and rewards program on travel, tickets, electronics, home, and more.
In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $165,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.
INTRODUCTION
THREE is a growing insurance provider that sells a unique and straightforward insurance policy to small businesses – covering their property, liability, auto, and workers compensation risks. It was born out of and remains part of Berkshire Hathaway, one of the most respected companies in the world. At THREE, you’ll join a team of experienced insurance operators that chooses to run lean, promotes autonomy, and is charged with building a commercial insurer that challenges the largest players in its space.
We are seeking a Complex Commercial Underwriting Manager to oversee a new team in THREE’s Underwriting operation. This position will play a critical role in ensuring profitability of a portfolio of risks in our Complex segment across Commercial Property, Liability (GL, PL, Liquor Liability, D&O, EPLI, etc), Commercial Auto, and Workers Compensation in a comprehensive all-in-one policy.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership & Results Accountability:
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of specialized underwriters that touch THREE’s entire footprint.
- Drive high quality risk selection, underwriting quality, and discretionary pricing decisions for new business and renewals in a book of high hazard risks to drive profitable growth – specifically Hospitality, Habitational, Bar/Tavern, and LRO industries.
- Balance sound underwriting decision making with speed in an environment that is uniquely fast-paced for these types of risks.
Performance Monitoring:
- Meet or exceed specific performance metrics including but not limited to Turnaround Time, Bind Ratio, Loss Ratio, and Retention Ratio.
Process Improvement:
- Provide feedback/input on appetite, underwriting guidelines, processes, and workflows for risks that fit this specific segment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Take a proactive approach to helping Sales partners understand agent submission quality and opportunities for growth.
- Solicit feedback from Sales partners to coach underwriters, improve interactions with agents, and strengthen agency engagement.
Individual Contribution:
- Handle management level approval on out of authority referrals.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 10 years of experience in P&C insurance, with at least 7 in commercial lines underwriting including multiple lines of business
- Deep understanding of the independent agent distribution system, specifically in the submission-to-bind process for medium sized risks
- Experience leading and managing underwriters to use all available tools to make appropriate risk selection and pricing decisions
- Hands on leader skilled at teaching and developing high performing teams, who is willing to take on a player-coach role
- Has experience contributing to appetite, underwriting guidelines, and operational processes and workflows
This role is fully remote, but may require occasional travel.
About us
Our parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through THREE will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A++ insurer.
BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at THREE are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust.
BHDIC is excited to announce our comprehensive benefits package with some new and enhanced features for 2026 that include:
- Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan.
- Generous PTO plan for all benefit-time eligible employees.
- Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Employee Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
- Education Assistance Program that offers 100% upfront tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service for approved degree programs.
- Service Recognition Program that provides a monetary award to be used toward a vacation every 5 years of employment.
- Wellness Initiatives that include Fitness Center and Weight Watchers Reimbursement programs.
- Voluntary benefits that include accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
- Employee discount and rewards program on travel, tickets, electronics, home, and more.
In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $165,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an Underwriting Manager
Target specialty carriers and reinsurers first
Large specialty insurers and reinsurance firms sponsor visas far more consistently than regional carriers. They have established immigration infrastructure, legal teams familiar with H-1B petitions, and recurring hiring cycles that include international candidates.
Document your underwriting specialization clearly
USCIS approves Underwriting Manager petitions most readily when the role requires specialized knowledge of a specific line, such as excess and surplus, cyber, or marine. Generic management titles without line-of-business specificity face higher scrutiny during adjudication.
Confirm your degree aligns with the underwriting specialty
A degree in finance, economics, actuarial science, or risk management supports specialty occupation classification. If your degree is in an unrelated field, documented underwriting experience at a three-to-one substitution ratio can often bridge the gap.
Ask about CPCU or AU designation requirements upfront
Many employers require or strongly prefer CPCU or Associate in Underwriting designations. These credentials also strengthen an H-1B petition by reinforcing specialty occupation status, which can matter when USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
Understand the LCA's prevailing wage implications
Before your employer files the Labor Condition Application, confirm the role is benchmarked to the correct SOC code for underwriting managers. Miscoded LCAs can trigger compliance issues and delay petition filing by several weeks.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer
Standard H-1B processing can run three to six months, which creates uncertainty for start dates. Requesting that your employer use premium processing, which returns a decision in about two weeks, is a reasonable ask for a management-level hire.
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Do Underwriting Manager roles commonly qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, Underwriting Manager typically qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, risk management, or actuarial science. USCIS scrutiny increases when job postings describe duties broadly or when the employer cannot demonstrate that a specific degree field is an industry-standard requirement for the position.
Which visa types are most relevant for Underwriting Managers seeking U.S. sponsorship?
The H-1B is the primary path for most nationalities. Australian citizens have access to the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a far shorter wait. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under the TN visa category, though underwriting roles require careful SOC code alignment to confirm TN eligibility. You can browse sponsoring employers across all these visa types on Migrate Mate.
What if my degree is not in a finance or insurance-related field?
USCIS allows work experience to substitute for formal education at a rate of three years of relevant experience per one year of required education. If the role requires a four-year degree and you hold a two-year diploma, six additional years of documented underwriting experience can compensate. Your employer's immigration attorney will structure this argument in the H-1B petition.
How does H-1B lottery selection affect hiring timelines for this role?
H-1B registrations are submitted in March, and USCIS runs a lottery in late March or early April for the roughly 85,000 available slots. If selected, your employer files the full petition by June 30 for an October 1 start date. Employers who need you sooner may place you with a cap-exempt institution or explore the E-3 or TN if your nationality qualifies.
What do employers look for when sponsoring an Underwriting Manager versus a staff underwriter?
Employers sponsoring at the manager level expect candidates to demonstrate supervisory experience, P&L accountability, or portfolio ownership within a defined line of business. Sponsorship at this level usually signals a specialized or hard-to-fill role, which actually strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your H-1B petition. Generalist candidates without a clear line-of-business focus face more friction in both hiring and petition approval.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Underwriting Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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