About the position
The Voluntary Benefits Underwriting Support Coordinator undergoes training with a mentor to learn the basics of underwriting of Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Hospital Indemnity. This includes understanding how to underwrite employer group coverage, determining eligibility based on application, product, state signed, etc., and utilizing all other applicable sources to make underwriting decisions. Maintain understanding of the basic framework of our processing systems to move work properly. Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers through effective communication. Process and underwrite specialty products and projects as assigned. Make risk selection decisions in a quality, timely, and productive manner. Make underwriting decisions as assigned. Accurate documentation of group plan design, participation, and rating during annual group product anniversary renewal review. Suggests business process improvements to gain efficiency within the role. Provides feedback at team meetings as well as contributes to learning topics as assigned. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively is a requirement of the role.
Responsibilities
- Undergo training with a mentor to learn the basics of underwriting.
- Understand how to underwrite employer group coverage.
- Determine eligibility based on application, product, state signed, etc.
- Utilize all applicable sources to make underwriting decisions.
- Maintain understanding of the basic framework of processing systems.
- Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
- Process and underwrite specialty products and projects as assigned.
- Make risk selection decisions in a quality, timely, and productive manner.
- Make underwriting decisions as assigned.
- Accurate documentation of group plan design, participation, and rating.
- Suggest business process improvements to gain efficiency.
- Provide feedback at team meetings and contribute to learning topics.
- Manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant voluntary benefits underwriting or related field experience required.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Nice-to-haves
- Willingness to learn and grow in the underwriting field.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Adaptability and ability to adjust to changing processes.
Benefits
- A rich benefits package including a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
- An annual incentive bonus plan.
- Generous paid time off.
- A supportive and responsive management approach.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Paid time off to volunteer.
- An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.
- Initial PTO accrual of 164 hours per year.
- 11 paid holidays and 2 wellness days per year.
