Entry-Level Life Underwriter — Flexible Schedule & Benefits

Northwestern Mutual Group; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Concierge service

Comprehensive benefits

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Northwestern Mutual is seeking an entry-level underwriter in Franklin, TN to learn underwriting risk assessment through a comprehensive training program. You will build relationships with Financial Advisors and internal partners while ensuring high-quality risk assessment and client service in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes learning, policy and case underwriting, and collaboration with field partners to explain decisions and support policy placement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or a minimum of 4 years equivalent education/experience.
• Analytical skills with ability to make independent decisions and apply sound judgment.
• Excellent written and oral communication; handling confidential information with tact and discretion.
• Proficient in computer skills and using various software packages.
• Ability to work accurately while maintaining speed and flexibility in a team/production environment.
• Highly organized and able to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Displays agility to manage multiple tasks in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Field & Client Experience.
• Maintain credible and effective relations with field and customers.
• Provide guidance to Northwestern Mutual Financial Network and Financial Representatives on case underwriting and risk appraisal.
• Prescreen inquiries with guidance.
• Analyze and appraise a broad range of insurance applications; approve, classify, or decline with guidance.
• Understand underwriting standards and NM product types; adapt to changes.
• Underwrite applications to balance mortality/morbidity with offers.
• Manage cases with guidance and provide customized service.
• Communicate and negotiate with Field Partners to explain decisions and assist in policy placement.
• Gather information via internet searches, digital health data, direct contact with insured, and third-party advisors with guidance.
• Adhere to procedures and regulatory processes; meet quality/service/production goals.
• Discuss cases with peer reviewers and medical/technical staff as needed.
• Collaborate with Underwriting Support for case management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision making

Adaptive communication

Client relations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ yrs exp

Job description

Northwestern Mutual is seeking an entry-level underwriter in Franklin, TN to learn underwriting risk assessment through a comprehensive training program. You will build relationships with Financial Advisors and internal partners while ensuring high-quality risk assessment and client service in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes learning, policy and case underwriting, and collaboration with field partners to explain decisions and support policy placement.