Associate Underwriter

HCSC Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) savings plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Supplemental life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation is seeking a professional to quote and rate proposals, generate renewal projections, and approve cases within established authority guidelines. The role blends analytics with communication as part of a hybrid, in-office/remote work arrangement in the Chicago area.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent health insurance experience, strong math and PC skills, and the ability to multitask while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or 2 years of experience in a group health insurance function.
• Math skills with basic operations and ability to estimate for reasonableness.
• Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain business relationships.
• Independent judgment and problem resolution skills.
• Verbal and written communication with correct grammar, tone and language.
• PC proficiency, including Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Quote and rate proposals and renewal projections.
• Approve cases within established authority guidelines.

Skills

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

PC proficiency

Education

Bachelor degree

2 years health insurance experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary This position is responsible for quoting and rating proposals and renewal projections and approves cases within established authority guidelines.

Required Job Qualifications: Bachelor degree or 2 years experience in a group health insurance function. Math skills including the four basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, division & multiplication) and ability to estimate for mathematical reasonableness. Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain business relationships. Independent judgment and problem resolution skills. Work management skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time and workload to meet deadlines. Verbal and written communication skills to include correct grammar, word choice, precision, conciseness, structure, audience appropriate tone and language. PC proficiency to include Word and Excel.

Preferred Job Qualifications: Knowledge of health care products and covered eligibility. Knowledge of state and federal legislation governing underwriting practices.

This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days remote.

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Pay Transparency Statement: At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work.

• health and wellness benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• pension plan
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• employee assistance program
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• plus other incentives

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Base Pay Range $39,300.00 - $86,400.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

HCSC Employment Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

HCSC is committed to diversity in the workplace and to providing equal opportunity to employees and applicants.

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