What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriting Associate position at BHDIC Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company?
(Entry Level and Experienced Welcome to Apply!) biBerk, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is an A rated company, and rapidly expanding our footprint throughout the US. We are looking to hire the right candidate to become an Underwriting Associate in our Commercial Underwriting Unit. This position provides the opportunity to learn how to evaluate risks for Workers’ Compensation, Business owners’, Commercial Auto, Professional Liability, and Umbrella policies for small businesses. This is a great opportunity to begin a career in the commercial insurance industry. The shift available is 9AM-5:30PM. This is a hybrid position requiring both in office and remote work in Omaha, NE. Job 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 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 Prior experience in Underwriting a plus, but not required About Us biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com) is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation and manufacturing. Most policies issued through biBerk.com will be underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company ("BHDIC"), which is an AM Best rated A insurer. BHDIC is domiciled in Omaha, Nebraska. BHDIC and the team at biBerk are focused on helping small business owners quickly and easily buy affordable insurance directly from a financially strong insurance company they can trust. BHDIC is excited to announce our comprehensive benefits package with some new and enhanced features for 2026 that include: Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance. Enhanced dental plan with orthodontia coverage in addition to a standard plan. Generous PTO plan for all benefit-time eligible employees. Paid company holidays and 4 floating holidays. Paid parental leave. 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. In accordance with pay transparency laws and regulations, the following good faith compensation range estimate is being provided. The salary range for this position is $20.52 - 23.27 per hour. Final compensation will be based on candidate qualifications, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law. Our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a dynamic team of collaborative individuals that are passionate about their work. Without our employees servicing biBerk and THREE, we’d be unable to achieve our goal of helping small businesses find the affordable and reliable insurance coverage they need. We’ve built an inclusive environment of hard working, creative individuals that allows for growth and success — no matter where you’re at in your career! So, what do we do? The answer is simple! We provide small business owners with the best coverage possible with separate products to fit their needs through biBerk and THREE. biBerk is where commercial insurance buyers can obtain coverage for their businesses from insurers of the Berkshire Hathaway group of Insurance Companies, one of the best capitalized insurance groups in the world. We offer several policies including Workers’ Compensation, Professional and General Liability, Commercial Auto, and more! THREE covers everything a small business needs in one comprehensive, yet uncomplicated policy. Piecing together different policies can sometimes leave coverage gaps. THREE provides all the coverage most small businesses need in one seamless policy. Our ultimate parent, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (berkshirehathaway.com), is a holding company with diversified interests in a host of industries, including insurance, energy, transportation, and manufacturing. Employees servicing biBerk and THREE are employed by our corporate entity, Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company (BHDIC), which is an AM Best rated A insurer. We value our employees and what’s important to them. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement, a 401(k)-employer match, medical insurances, life insurances, parental leave, and generous amounts of paid time off to support a healthy work-life balance. The path to success starts with BHDIC. Come join our team!
Salary : $21 - $23