National Indemnity Company

Assistant Underwriter

National Indemnity Company  •  United States (Hybrid)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Company:

BHHIC Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Insurance Company


As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, we offer outstanding opportunities for professionals interested in working with a successful company. We offer unparalleled financial strength, stability and “large company” benefits, in addition to an exciting, friendly, “small company” atmosphere.

Want to work for a company with unparalleled financial strength and stability that also offers “large company” benefits with an exciting, friendly, and “small company” atmosphere? That is what you will find within the Berkshire Hathaway Group of Insurance Companies as well as outstanding opportunities for professionals looking to grow in their careers.

Our Underwriting Assistant reviews new and/or renewal policies and applications for acceptability and profitability within Company’s guidelines. They also receive, record and assign new underwriting submissions to Underwriters and assist underwriters with new and renewal accounts by entering information into rating software.

This position will be located in Omaha, NE Office and eligible for hybrid work after the completion of training.

What will you do?

  • Review and record new business submissions into ImageRight for Underwriting. Determine which underwriter is responsible for the risk based upon territory, agency and other items and assign the risk to that individual.

  • Identify and/or review proper classification of risk and may enter risk into rating software for underwriter review for new business submissions.

  • Examine and evaluate inspection reports, MVRs, loss data, audits, and other available information to determine degree of risk and identify risk improvement or need for termination and makes recommendations to Underwriters.

  • Communicate with Company Underwriters and Agents to provide quotes, instructions, obtain supplemental underwriting information, obtain necessary signed forms, and provide other assistance as needed.

What are we looking for?

  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent and two years college or equivalent.

  • Personal computer related software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.)

  • 2-3 years related work experience.

  • Basic understanding of Insurance terminology

  • Excellent customer service skills

Who would excel in this role?

  • You possess great attention to detail.

  • You enjoy interacting with others and working as part of a team.

  • You derive satisfaction from accomplishing goals.

  • You have a strong aptitude in Mathematics.

We want you to be involved! We offer Employee Resource Groups for volunteering, connecting with others, social gatherings, and professional development as well as companywide surveys to hear from our employees.

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, onsite fitness center, an Employee Relations team ready to assist you and more.

Benefits, Perks and more! We offer a retirement and savings plan with dollar for dollar up to 5% company match, a paid upfront educational reimbursement program, subsidized downtown parking a Learning & Development team.

A comprehensive benefits package is available for regular, full-time employees, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 401(k) with company match. We also proudly offer 100% upfront tuition reimbursement to regular, full-time employees, to further your education. Our Omaha office boasts a complimentary state-of-the-art, on-site gym, a robust wellness program, low-cost downtown parking, and numerous volunteer and networking opportunities with other emerging professionals.

National Indemnity Company

About National Indemnity Company

We are National Indemnity Company (NICO). If you haven’t heard of us, it’s time to get acquainted.

Located in the heart of downtown Omaha, NE and backed by decades of experience, NICO specializes in commercial auto and general liability insurance. We are proud to be part of the Berkshire Hathaway group of insurance companies, boasting the highest possible financial strength rating of A++ by A.M. Best*. We are Berkshire Hathaway’s oldest insurance company and established our roots in Omaha more than 80 years ago with the integrity, strength, and stability which remain today.

Integrity is at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our foundation of honesty and ethics reinforces the strong, trusting relationships we are proud to have with our colleagues and business partners. We build that trust every day by our actions and our unwavering commitment to fulfilling our promises.

Our strength and stability are rooted in discipline allowing us to focus on longevity rather than short-term results. Our business decisions today help ensure a future of continued success. A large company with a small company feel, NICO strives to deliver exceptional service, build strong relationships, and provide personalized service to our customers. It’s something our agents and insureds value — and so do we.

*As of April 9, 2025. For the latest rating, access www.ambest.com.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Omaha, NE
Year Founded
1940
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