Group Benefits Underwriter Trainee: Surge Program

The Hartford; Alpharetta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking an Underwriting Trainee for Employee Benefits in Alpharetta, GA. This intensive program develops underwriting and risk management skills through mentorship, hands-on projects, and cross-team collaboration.

Ideal candidates are graduating in May 2027 with a relevant degree and possess strong communication, analytical thinking, and a customer-first mindset. The program emphasizes collaboration with sales, account management, and actuarial teams and offers a pathway to

Qualifications

• Students expecting to graduate in May 2027 with a bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting or Math.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to analyze business problems and propose solutions.
• Resilience and entrepreneurial spirit with solid time and desk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in underwriting for Group Benefits products including Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Group Life.
• Collaborate with Sales, Account Management and Actuarial teams to price and evaluate cases.
• Develop underwriting skills through mentoring, shadowing and hands-on exercises.

Skills

Customer focus

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Financial mindset

Ownership

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management & Insurance

Job description

The Hartford is seeking an Underwriting Trainee for Employee Benefits in Alpharetta, GA. This intensive program develops underwriting and risk management skills through mentorship, hands-on projects, and cross-team collaboration.

Ideal candidates are graduating in May 2027 with a relevant degree and possess strong communication, analytical thinking, and a customer-first mindset. The program emphasizes collaboration with sales, account management, and actuarial teams and offers a pathway to