Commercial Health Underwriter
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Evaluate and underwrite new business and renewal opportunities for large group fully insured commercial health plans, interpreting claims experience to inform underwriting decisions and policy adjustments. Work closely with sales teams to develop competitive insurance products and strategies, while assisting in policy development that balances market needs with company risk. Stay updated with legislative changes affecting product design and underwriting considerations, maintaining accurate records of policies, concessions, and experience. Coordinate with brokers and agents to gather information or explain underwriting decisions. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, plus minimum 5 years of experience in commercial health insurance underwriting for fully insured business. Candidates must reside in the United States with high-speed internet access, live in EST or CST time zones, and have a dedicated, secure work area.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial health insurance underwriting (not Medicare, Medicaid, or individual market/ACA plans)
- Experience with large group health insurance underwriting for fully insured business
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate risk and make sound underwriting decisions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with underwriting software and tools
- Knowledge of current healthcare regulations and market trends
- Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure
- Must live in the United States
- Must live in a location that receives an existing high-speed internet connection/service
- Candidates must be in EST or CST time zones to be considered
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working with sales teams in competitive situations
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