Life Underwriting Associate

Farm Bureau Financial Services•West Des Moines, IA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Farm Bureau Financial Services is seeking a Life Underwriting Associate who can underwrite and approve life insurance applications within a specified age and face amount in accordance with Farm Bureau policy and procedure. This role also involves performing administrative and general office duties that require analysis and individual judgment in gathering information necessary to classify life insurance risks. The company values integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership, and accountability, and has a strong commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of its clients and creating an atmosphere where employees thrive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent plus two years relevant experience required.
Independent thinking, analysis and judgment required.
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to work from our office located in West Des Moines, IA (hybrid home/office work schedule).
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

Medical background and/or previous experience underwriting life insurance.
Problem solver with great critical and analytical thinking skills, as well as strong organizational skills.
Loma ACS designation.
Knowledge of Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

Underwrite and approve life insurance applications within a specified age and face amount in accordance with Farm Bureau policy and procedure.
Perform administrative and general office duties requiring some analysis and individual judgement in the procuring of information necessary to classify life insurance risks.
Respond to and resolve customer service requests according to FBL Financial Group, Inc policies in a prompt, efficient and courteous manner for external customers, departmental staff, and other FBL personnel at all times.
Coordinate underwriting activities, including escalations and resolve problems related to service providers.
Provide underwriting training and resolution of problems for agents as necessary.
Review and approve underwriting data elements including prescription profiles, medical data, motor vehicle reports and interviews.
Initiate Attending Physician Statements based on certain medical histories and provide a summary for the underwriter.
Review new cases/in force changes for the underwriter to set the case up for review.