Sr. Life Underwriter
About The Position
Senior Life Underwriter Do you have a medical background and/or previous experience underwriting life insurance? Are you a problem solver with great analytical thinking skills, as well as strong organizational skills? Are you a go-getter with high initiative, a positive attitude and a lifelong learner? If so, this Senior Life Underwriter opportunity could be a fit for you! Who We Are: With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive. What You'll Do: As a Senior Life Underwriter, you will be responsible for the total case management of all applications assigned. This position involves reviewing applications, examinations, laboratory and other test results, medical and financial records, all documents required to comply with state and federal regulations and determining suitability. Familiarity with Accelerated Underwriting and interpreting underwriting data is desirable. You will work independently, with support from the assistants, but also may consult with other underwriters, Medical Director, reinsurance companies and experts in other disciplines such as accounting and legal. As a Senior Life Underwriter, you must adhere to department policies and procedures and comply with government regulations. There are times where this role would be responsible for training our agency force in the participation of seminars, and agency or statewide meetings. What It Takes to Join Our Team: College degree or equivalent plus 5 years of life insurance experience preferred.
Requirements
- Must have life underwriting experience and/or a medical background.
- Must be able to work from our office located in West Des Moines, IA (hybrid home/office work schedule)
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- College degree or equivalent plus 5 years of life insurance experience preferred.
- FLMI, FALU and CLU designation(s) preferred (or currently working towards).
- Keep current with changes in the industry and risk selection.
- Familiarity with Windows and Microsoft Office software preferred.
- Familiarity with Accelerated Underwriting and interpreting underwriting data is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the total case management of all applications assigned.
- Reviewing applications, examinations, laboratory and other test results, medical and financial records, all documents required to comply with state and federal regulations and determining suitability.
- Adhere to department policies and procedures and comply with government regulations.
- Training our agency force in the participation of seminars, and agency or statewide meetings.
Benefits
- enhanced 401K with a match
- low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits
- life and disability insurance options
- paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time
- onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs
- a daycare center
- a cafeteria
- consideration for a hybrid work arrangement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
