Underwriting Associate (Entry Level)

Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company•Omaha, NE

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

biBerk, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is hiring an Underwriting Associate for its Commercial Underwriting Unit. This entry-level opportunity is also open to experienced candidates and provides training in evaluating risks for Workers’ Compensation, Businessowners’, Commercial Auto, Professional Liability, and Umbrella policies for small businesses. The position is hybrid and requires working in the Omaha, Nebraska office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The available shift is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. CST.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Strong score on the Wonderlic test, a cognitive abilities assessment used to measure cognitive ability and problem-solving aptitude.
Strong investigative skills.
Ability to use the internet as a research tool.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Adaptability to changes in technology, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior underwriting experience is a plus but is not required.
Commercial property and casualty underwriting experience may qualify candidates for a higher rate.

Responsibilities

Use company underwriting criteria to evaluate risks across various lines of business.
Independently verify insureds’ operations.
Review and process change requests on in-force policies.
Evaluate in-force policies at renewal.
Participate in underwriting training for new products, directives, and processes.
Participate in assigned projects.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including PPO and HDHP options.
Vision insurance.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage, in addition to a standard plan.
Generous PTO for benefit-time-eligible employees.
Paid company holidays and four floating holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Retirement Savings Plan/401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.
Education Assistance Program with 100% upfront tuition reimbursement after six months of service for approved degree programs.
Service Recognition Program providing a monetary vacation award every five years of employment.
Wellness initiatives, including Fitness Center and Weight Watchers reimbursement programs.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity benefits.
Employee discount and rewards program for travel, tickets, electronics, home, and more.