Senior Group Underwriter
About The Position
Rates and designs benefits for largest and most complex groups. Serves as primary contact to stop loss vendors. Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we've been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team! Position Purpose: Rates and designs benefits for largest and most complex groups. Serves as primary contact to stop loss vendors. Logistics: Companion Life | Insurance Company | Based in Columbia, SC – one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s subsidiary companies. Location: This is a fully remote position, and the typical work hours are Monday - Friday from 8:30am - 5pm EST. There is some travel required with this position. Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience
- 5 Years underwriting experience.
- Excellent organizational, customer service, oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent mathematical, analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Good judgment.
- Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
- Proficient spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- Extensive knowledge of underwriting and risk principles and their application.
- Microsoft Office.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree-Accounting, Finance, Business or Healthcare Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
- Insurance course work in FLMI, HIAA, or BCA.
- Knowledge of database software and computer systems support.
- Prior experience working with David Young systems.
Responsibilities
- Determines the acceptability of new group risk.
- Generates proposals.
- Completes pre-reviews on new groups and rate reviews on renewals.
- May process and complete ERISA reporting.
- Trains and advises less experienced underwriters.
- Serves as a liaison to other departments concerning underwriting issues.
Benefits
- Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
- Education Assistance
- Service Recognition
- National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
