Sr. Underwriter

Senior Underwriter

This position is located on our Montpelier, Vermont or Dallas, Texas campus.

This senior level incumbent will handle large face amount cases, while interacting with field personnel, and other more junior underwriters. Primary role will be to provide accurate and timely risk assessment and evaluation of life applications, renewals, or cancellations utilizing the Company's underwriting policies, guidelines and insurance laws and regulations.

JOB SUMMARY:

Underwriting of after-issue policy change requests by analyzing data and authorizing changes to policies, while protecting the bottom line of NLG and increase profitability.

This individual may also perform contestable reviews for claims and underwriting within the 2-year contestability period, providing real time feed-back as needed and protecting the bottom line of NLG.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Continues to build knowledge and expand knowledge base; keeping up to date on Underwriting trends and sharing this information with the Underwriting department. Has developed an expertise as a subject matter expert and continuously seeks information in this area. Confidently communicates, anticipates responses in a way that helps customers understand NLG policies and processes, maintaining strong relationships within and outside the organization.

CASE REVIEW & UNDERWRITES:

Independently and efficiently conduct reviews for after issue policy changes and contestable reviews by analyzing health-related data, using tools and third-party information (e.g., medical records, prescription databases, MIB follow ups, etc.).

GROWING AND MAINTAINING UNDERWRITING KNOWLEDGE BASE:

Seeks information and continually develops their knowledge skills.

COLLABORATES:

Communicates (verbal and written) with internal and external constituents to explain decisions while building relationships and demonstrating seamless service excellence.

PROVIDES TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:

Guides and educates others to improve quality, capability, and efficiencies.

EDUCATION:

5+ years industry experience required.

SKILLS:

Decision making, Business Acumen, Time priority, stress management, problem solving, solid communication, active listening.

COMPETENCIES:

Optimizes work processes, demonstrates self-awareness, mentoring, nimble learning.

The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment. National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled. National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT - founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX - chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group. Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies. National Life Group 1 National Life Dr Montpelier, VT 05604 Social Media Policy Site Disclosure and Privacy Policy