Underwriter I

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance • Omaha, NE

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, we offer outstanding opportunities for professionals interested in working with a successful company. We offer unparalleled financial strength, stability and “large company” benefits, in addition to an exciting, friendly, “small company” atmosphere. Our Underwriting Assistant reviews new and/or renewal policies and applications for acceptability and profitability within Company’s guidelines. They also receive, record and assign new underwriting submissions to Underwriters and assist underwriters with new and renewal accounts by entering information into rating software. This position will be located in Omaha, NE Office and eligible for hybrid work after the completion of training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent and two years college or equivalent.
• Personal computer related software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• 2-3 years related work experience.
• Basic understanding of Insurance terminology
• Excellent customer service skills

Nice To Haves

• You possess great attention to detail.
• You enjoy interacting with others and working as part of a team.
• You derive satisfaction from accomplishing goals.
• You have a strong aptitude in Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Review and record new business submissions into ImageRight for Underwriting.
• Determine which underwriter is responsible for the risk based upon territory, agency and other items and assign the risk to that individual.
• Identify and/or review proper classification of risk and may enter risk into rating software for underwriter review for new business submissions.
• Examine and evaluate inspection reports, MVRs, loss data, audits, and other available information to determine degree of risk and identify risk improvement or need for termination and makes recommendations to Underwriters.
• Communicate with Company Underwriters and Agents to provide quotes, instructions, obtain supplemental underwriting information, obtain necessary signed forms, and provide other assistance as needed.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match.
• We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education.
• Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees