Underwriter II - Employee Benefits

SUMMARY Responsible for evaluating and underwriting submissions for all pricing requests. Leads and/or assists in the management and execution of all assigned client projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, executes and delivers primary underwriting and analytical support to assigned accounts and/or programs;

Meets with Producers, clients, Underwriters, Account Executives and Benefits Analysts as needed to define and accomplish projects;

Independently handles all primary underwriting calculations for assigned accounts and projects;

Works with internal staff and vendors to establish project timelines, identifies critical deadlines for completion and performs necessary functions to ensure project completion;

Maintains data tracking and reporting for financial management, underwriting models, client reports and other analytical reporting deliverables;

Assists with the development of new reporting tools and models;

Responsible for detailed knowledge of carrier and TPA reporting systems of assigned clients for all data analysis and reporting needs;

Confidently analyzes and challenges insurance company renewal calculations for fully‑insured contracts (Health, Dental and Vision);

Maintains files and historical data on all assigned clients and/or programs;

Actively engages in educational opportunities to further underwriting knowledge, market trends and regulatory environment;

Responsible for accuracy and timeliness of all work performed, including proper management of timelines and meeting deadlines as established;

Addresses incoming correspondence and responds as required in a timely manner;

Assists with development and training of other Underwriters;

Assists with the development of training materials and presentations;

Performs basic and mid‑level complexity underwriting projects independently with final peer review by other Underwriters;

Peer review of other Underwriters' work for accuracy and completeness;

Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information);

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

One (1) or more years related work experience

Valid Insurance License within 90 Days

Must continue to meet Continuing Education requirements for license renewal

SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent problem solving and time management skills

Good customer service skills, including telephone and listening skills

Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills

Ability to work within a team and to foster teamwork

Ability to work productively as an individual to accomplish assigned projects

Ability to prioritize work for multiple projects and deadlines

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced MS Excel skills required

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