Underwriting Analyst – Payroll

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies

Underwriting Analyst evaluating insurance risks for small businesses at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD. This role involves working with agency partners and analyzing various insurance policies.

Posted 5/2/2026full-timeWilkes Barre • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Underwriting Analyst - Payroll position provides the opportunity to work closely with our agency partners and evaluate risks for Workers’ Compensation, Businessowners’, Commercial Auto, and Umbrella policies for small businesses.
Utilize company underwriting criteria to evaluate risks for various lines of business
Ability to work independently
Perform independent verification of insured's operations
Review and process change requests on in-force policies
Evaluate in-force policies at renewal
Develop relationships with agencies
Participate in Underwriting Training for new products, directives and processes
Travel regularly to agency offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred)
Prior insurance related experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work in a service-centric environment, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional support to internal and external stakeholders.
Candidates should have investigative skills and be comfortable using the Internet as a research tool
Strong communication and customer service skills
A team-oriented mindset
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Adaptability to change
Strong time management and attention to detail skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
Competitive pay + generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision starting day one
401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingrisk evaluationpolicy reviewchange request processingpolicy renewal evaluation

Soft Skills

independenceinvestigative skillscommunicationcustomer serviceteam-orientedadaptabilitytime managementattention to detail