About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

This is an entry-level Underwriting Associate role in a commercial underwriting team. You will learn to evaluate risk and apply underwriting criteria across multiple small‑business commercial lines (Workers’ Compensation, Business Owners, Commercial Auto, Professional Liability, Umbrella). This is a full‑time, hybrid role based in Omaha, NE (in‑office Tuesdays and Wednesdays). Typical shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST.

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What You’ll Do

• Utilize company underwriting criteria to evaluate risks for multiple lines of business
• Perform independent verification of insureds’ operations using web and other sources
• 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
• Support projects and process improvement efforts as assigned

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Strong performance on cognitive/problem solving assessments (e.g., Wonderlic) is preferred
• Prior underwriting experience is a plus but not required
• Strong investigative and research skills, including effective use of the internet for verification
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced team environment
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Adaptability to changing technology, underwriting guidelines, and regulatory conditions

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Workplace & Schedule

• Location: Omaha, NE — hybrid (in‑office Tuesdays and Wednesdays required)
• Hours: Full time; typical shift 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST
• Candidates must be able to commute to the Omaha office per the schedule above

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Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: $20.52 per hour (entry‑level). Higher rates may be available for candidates with relevant commercial property and casualty underwriting experience. Final pay will be based on qualifications and other lawful considerations.
• Benefits package highlights (subject to eligibility and plan terms):
  • Medical (PPO/HDHP), vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Enhanced dental plan (including orthodontia on selected plans)
  • Generous PTO, paid company holidays, and floating holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • 401(k)/retirement savings plan with company match and immediate vesting
  • Education assistance program (tuition reimbursement for approved programs)
  • Service recognition awards, wellness initiatives, voluntary supplemental benefits, and employee discounts

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Why Join

This role provides structured training, hands‑on underwriting experience across multiple commercial lines, and career development opportunities within a financially strong, A++‑rated insurance organization. Ideal for someone starting a commercial insurance career who wants formal training and on‑the‑job experience.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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