Benefits Underwriting Associate
3 days ago
Description
• Assists in developing and directly servicing a book of business in coordination with and under the technical direction of designated underwriter(s). • Within defined authority level for renewals, evaluates risks and makes recommendations for acceptance, rejection, modification, or referral in accordance with established underwriting standards, policies, and programs. • Collaborates with team members to manage work inventories and all production activities to provide quality and timely service and productivity results in accordance with business unit standards. • Assists underwriters in managing their portfolios through risk evaluation including assessment of risk control reports, financials, audits, loss experience, competitive environment and by acting when peculiarities or deficiencies are noted. • Develops superior working relationships with producers and acts as first point of contact. • Frequently assists producers with questions on products and coverage. • Researches and resolves complex errors and questions regarding processes and procedures. • Occasionally travels to key producers/accounts with underwriter(s). • Ensures underwriting file is documented and returns for final file review and further documentation by underwriter via automated desktop systems and tools. • For new business policies, completes 85-90% of the front-end information gathering and analytics required to enable their assigned underwriter(s) to decide on the risk. • Approves, declines, and issues all transactions within assigned authority level including new business, routine renewals, and endorsements. • Assists in the development of new processes, procedures and/or systems. • Participates on committees and projects as required. • Trains and acts as a resource and mentor for other Underwriting Associates.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in fields such as business, finance, actuarial, economics, risk management or a related field • 6 Months to 1 year underwriting support or related insurance experience required • Health Insurance Underwriting experience is a plus • Willingness to learn and develop strong technical skills in Health Insurance Industry
Benefits
• Paid parental leave • Mental health services • Paid time off for company holidays • Vacation • Sick and personal days
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