Underwriter (Entry Level)

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies - Property & Casualty; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that offers a unique blend of large company benefits and a friendly, small company atmosphere. As an entry-level underwriter, you'll engage in vital risk assessment processes and enjoy comprehensive on-the-job training. This role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment. With a robust benefits package, including a generous retirement plan, health coverage, and a wellness program, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in the insurance industry. Embrace a career that values your contributions and fosters professional development in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Retirement and Savings Plan with 5% Match

Paid Education Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

On-site Fitness Center

Subsidized Downtown Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Learning & Development Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Strong analytical and customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate risk and determine policy approvals as an entry-level underwriter.
• Utilize communication skills to interact with agents and clients.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Job description

Company

NICO National Indemnity Company

Want to work for a company with unparalleled financial strength and stability that offers large company benefits with an exciting, friendly, and small company atmosphere? Our companies, as members of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, provide opportunities for professionals interested in just that.

Want to work for a Berkshire Hathaway company? Here’s your opportunity!

We are a commercial property & casualty insurance company looking to fill entry-level underwriting positions. We consider a variety of backgrounds and do not require insurance experience. Our on-the-job training provides the right candidate the opportunity to be successful in this position.

What is underwriting? Insurance underwriters use analytical skills to review information from an applicant to evaluate the degree of risk involved in a business or operation to determine if the applicant should be approved for a policy. The underwriter then uses our technology and data to determine the coverages to provide and the premium to be charged for the risk.

Our underwriting professionals utilize strong communication and customer service skills by asking questions and making decisions over the phone and via e-mail with our agents.

Looking for an excellent benefits package? We offer a retirement and savings plan with dollar for dollar 5% company match, a paid upfront education reimbursement program, and health, dental, vision, life, and disability plans.

Career Progression, hybrid work schedule, casual dress

Health conscious? Our wellness program is integrated into the Company culture with a brand new on-site fitness center and an online wellness portal that offers a year-round, one-stop-shop to manage and track all areas of health, plus more.

Want to get involved? Our Emerging Professionals Group offers opportunities for volunteerism, social gatherings, and professional development on a quarterly basis.

Worried about parking downtown? Don’t be. The Company subsidizes the majority of the cost. The most you’ll pay is $5 a month.

We hope you’ll consider joining us!

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task

We want you to be involved! We offer Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting with others, social gatherings, and professional development. We also regularly seek employees' input through companywide surveys.

We care about your health and wellbeing! Our Wellness program is integrated into the Company culture with an online wellness portal that offers a year-round, one-stop-shop to manage and track all areas of health, our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art onsite fitness center, and a robust wellness program.

Benefits, Perks and more! We offer retirement and savings plan with immediate enrollment with 100% employer match up to 5%, Medical, Dental and Vision for regular, full-time employees and eligible dependents, a dedicated Learning & Development program for employees to grow personally and professionally, 100% upfront Educational Reimbursement program, subsidized downtown parking, competitive time off policies including parental leave, an Employee Assistance program and much more!