Underwriter Trainee, Individual Disability Income Insurance

Illinois Mutual Life Insurance Company-posted about 7 hours ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Hybrid • Peoria, IL

101-250 employees

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The Underwriter Trainee underwrites individual disability income insurance applications, within guidelines set for the issuance of policies on a standard or substandard basis. The Underwriter Trainee works very closely with the Underwriting management, supervisor and/or higher-level underwriters who initially reviews all Underwriter Trainee work.

Facilitate the sales process while underwriting application files by ensuring reasonable and timely underwriting decisions within established service level objectives.
As directed, may have contact with the field force to gather information on which to base decisions.
May be granted authority to approve applications up to specific standards (or better) and substandard limits.
Submits for review by superiors those applications requiring higher ratings or amounts in excess of prescribed limits.
Learn about the Disability insurance industry, the Company, its products, services, underwriting and the position.
Timely, consistent and progressive assimilation of the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve a level of self-sufficiency warranting promotion to the position of Underwriter.
Comply with applicable rules procedures, regulations and laws
Attend meetings and complete specific underwriting related projects as directed

Bachelor’s degree required – preferably in Insurance, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance or similar discipline
Strong service-oriented work ethic to understand, anticipate and satisfy customer business needs
Excellent communication (written and verbal), analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Goal oriented, results driven, accountable and reliable
Demonstrate integrity, a positive attitude, sound judgment and attention to detail
Ability to multi-task in a fast past environment while under pressure to perform
Self-motivated with the ability to learn on your own to supplement training provided
Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change and work independently
Work well in a team environment, excelling both individually and collectively
Basic computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Bilingual proficiency a plus

Compressed 4 1/2-day work week (Half-Day Fridays)
No monthly premium cost for employee medical, life and disability insurance coverage
Paid time-off accrual, including annual rollover; and paid holidays
Competitive 401(k) plan with immediate vesting on Company contributions
Discounted on-site employee cafeteria
On-site exercise facility and company-provided exercise time
Tuition reimbursement and training incentives
Access to voluntary dental and vision insurance coverage

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