Underwriting Associate

About the role

biBerk, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is expanding its Commercial Underwriting Unit and is seeking an Underwriting Associate to evaluate risks for various lines of business such as Workers’ Compensation, Business owners’, Commercial Auto, Professional Liability, and Umbrella policies for small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Utilize company underwriting criteria to evaluate risks for various lines of business
• Perform independent verification of insured's 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 projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Preferred Knowledge: Strong investigative skills, Ability to utilize 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 with a proven ability to meet deadlines, Adaptability in a constantly changing environment, including changes to technology, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory conditions
• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree + strong score on the Wonderlic test, a cognitive abilities assessment used to measure the cognitive ability and problem-solving aptitude of prospective employees, Prior experience in Underwriting a plus, but not required

Benefits

• Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan
• Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays
• 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

Pay

The entry level rate for this position starts at $20.52 per hour. Higher rates may be available for candidates with commercial property and casualty underwriting experience. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

Schedule

This is a hybrid position that requires in-office work in our Omaha, Nebraska office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays worked in office).