Senior Underwriting Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Accountable for the effective risk selection of cases under review.

• This role necessitates regular collaboration with Underwriting, New Business, and distribution teams.

• Has approval authority ranging from $5,000,000 to $7,500,000 across all tables and age groups.

• Capable of evaluating cases up to $10,000,000.

• Demonstrates proven proficiency in all tasks and expectations of Underwriter, Intermediate Underwriter, Senior Underwriter, Underwriting Consultant, and Senior Underwriting Consultant roles.

• Provides mentorship and consultative services to junior team members.

• Possesses a comprehensive understanding of how business dynamics, market conditions, and the surrounding environment affect the team.

• Recognized as a change agent by fellow Underwriters within the department.

• Competent presenter to both agent and Underwriting groups.

• Shows the ability to speak up and challenge others professionally.

• Constantly seeks opportunities to enhance processes.

• Embraces Lean principles and employs Lean methodologies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree or a comparable combination of education and experience.

• At least 8 years of experience in life or health underwriting.

• Proven proficiency in AWD or similar systems, MS Office, risk assessment, strong platform competencies, and solid financial analytical skills.

• Capable of multitasking and prioritizing effectively.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, tailored for diverse internal and external audiences.

• Ability to meet high productivity standards for oneself and team members.

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and potentially in a remote setting with a virtual team environment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Bonus for Eligible Employees

• Benefits Package

• Pension Plan

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year, typically aligning with the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, including Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year for eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, adoption placement, or foster care placement

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs