Underwriter - Remote

Sentara; England; Remote; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Underwriter to join its team. In this full-time remote position, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and managing insurance risks, ensuring policies are competitive and profitable. Your expertise in health underwriting will be essential as you assess applications and collaborate with the sales department to finalize rates. Enjoy a market-competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in the insurance industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Emergency Backup Care

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Student Debt Pay Down

Opportunity for annual discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in health underwriting is required.
• Ability to evaluate and manage risk associated with insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate insurance applications and determine terms and conditions.
• Work with sales to finalize rates and develop benefit alternatives.

Skills

Health Underwriting

Risk Assessment

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Health is currently seeking a full-time remote Underwriter.

Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift

Remote opportunities available in the following states: Virginia, North Carolina, Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington (state), West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Standard Working Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Overview:

The Underwriter is responsible for evaluating, assessing, and managing the risk associated with insuring individuals or businesses. This role involves reviewing applications for insurance coverage, determining the terms and conditions of policies, and making decisions about whether to approve or decline coverage based on risk assessments and company guidelines. The Underwriter utilizes statistical data, financial statements, and other relevant information to make informed decisions, ensuring that policies are both competitive and profitable for the organization.

The role requires learning advanced principles and policies of underwriting. The Underwriter is responsible for developing individual and/or employer group rates with minimal guidance from the manager. They work with the sales department to finalize rates and develop appropriate benefit alternatives.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required

Certification/Licensure:

• No specific certification or licensure required

Experience:

• Health Underwriting - 2 years Required
• Experience in large group underwriting is mandatory
• Preferred experience includes prospect rating, renewal rating, and self-funding

We offer market-competitive compensation packages, including base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay for full-time roles ranges from $53,248 to $88,753. Additional compensation such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, shift incentives, or bonuses may also be available.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Reimbursement for Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance, Legal Resources Plan
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus based on system and employee eligibility

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and belonging within its workforce of nearly 30,000 members. The organization is committed to reflecting the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

Remote work eligibility: Sentara employs associates in Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.