Small Business Underwriter

Bhhc; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,609 - 52,140; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Schedule (up to 2 days WFH

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings with Company match

Group Health Insurance (Medical,Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Volunteer Day

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) is seeking a Small Business Underwriter for its Northern California team. You will participate in the underwriting training program, evaluate new and renewal business, and support agency relationships under established guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with underwriting and marketing teams, field visits, and flexible scheduling. A high school diploma is required, with a bachelor’s degree preferred, and at least two years of

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma; a bachelor's degree is preferred in Risk Management, Business, Economics, or related discipline.
• At least 2 years in underwriting support or Small Business Underwriting, preferably in workers’ compensation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn proprietary software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with underwriting support to bind policies.
• Communicate with clients and partners, maintain agency relationships, and meet deadlines.
• Occasionally accompany other underwriters to agency visits or trainings.
• Perform special assignments and projects as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management/Business/Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an immediate need for a Small Business Underwriter to join its Northern California team! The Small Business Underwriter is responsible for successfully completing the Underwriting Training Program, evaluating new and renewal business in accordance with established guidelines, and aiding more experienced underwriting personnel in developing and maintaining agency relationships.

Essential Responsibilities

• Coordinates with the underwriting support team to bind agreed upon policies.
• Communicates effectively with external clientele and internal resource partners telephonically, via electronic correspondence and if appropriate, in the field. Contributes to productive agency relationships and client retention. Ensures deadlines are met and prompt responses are provided.
• Occasionally accompanies other Underwriters and Marketing Managers to local agency visits, and if appropriate, overnight to more distant locations, aimed at learning and promoting improved agency relationships.
• Performs special assignments and projects as assigned.

Education

• Minimum of High School diploma, or equivalent certification, is required if experience requirement met.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferably in Risk Management, Business, Economics, or related discipline, required in lieu of prior Underwriting experience.

Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an underwriting support role (e.g., Underwriting Technician role) or Small Business Underwriting, preferably within the workers’ compensation industry, required with High School diploma.
• Bachelor's degree accepted in lieu of meeting this requirement.

Computer Skills

Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite and able to become adept with proprietary and vended software applications.

Language Ability

Able to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Able to write detailed reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Able to effectively present information to management and public groups.

Reasoning Ability

Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Math Ability

Able to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Able to apply concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Schedule (up to 2 days work from home upon eligibility)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Immediate Vesting of Retirement Savings + Company Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Referral Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

About Us

With more than 50 years in business, Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.

In accordance with the California Equal Pay Act, the starting hourly wage for this job is $32.2116. This hourly wage is what the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in the Bay Area, California. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations.