Group Dental Underwriter

Aflac; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Group Dental Underwriter to join their team in Tampa, FL. This entry-level position requires a Bachelor's degree and experience in the group benefits industry. The role offers hybrid or remote work options and involves underwriting group dental products, communicating with brokers, and collaborating with the sales team to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Three or more years of professional job-related experience in the group benefits industry.

Responsibilities

• Underwriting group dental and vision products for RFPs.
• Communicating with brokers or clients about underwriting decisions.
• Coordinating with sales team for timely deliverables.

Skills

Proficient group health underwriting knowledge

Proficient in broker and industry practices

Understanding of Aflac/Aflac Group's products

Knowledgeable in processes related to acquisition and billing

Proficiency using Microsoft Office suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Three or more years in group benefits industry

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Group Dental Underwriter role at Aflac.

Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Job Posting End Date: August 31, 2025

Work Designation

Depending on your location within the continental US, this role may be hybrid or remote.

• If you live within 25 miles of the Aflac offices located in Tampa, FL, this role will be hybrid. You will be expected to work in the office for at least 60% of the work week and from home for the remaining time. Details will be discussed with leadership.
• If you live more than 50 miles from the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Tampa, FL, this role will be remote. You will work from home within the continental US. There may be occasions to come to the office, communicated in advance.

What it takes to be successful at Aflac

• Acting with Integrity
• Communicating Effectively
• Pursuing Self-Development
• Serving Customers
• Supporting Change
• Supporting Organizational Goals
• Working with Diverse Populations

What it takes to be successful in this role

• Proficient group health underwriting knowledge
• Proficient in broker and industry practices as pertains to product, enrollment techniques, and service needs of broker and client
• Understanding of Aflac/Aflac Group's products and services, affiliated systems and applicable operational policies and procedures
• Knowledgeable in processes related to acquisition, implementation, service and billing of accounts
• Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office suite software

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field
• Three or more years of professional job-related experience in the group benefits industry

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Education & Experience Preferred

• Completion of CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses
• Background in Dental and/or Vision Underwriting is strongly preferred

Travel

• Underwriting of group dental and vision products and services for moderately customized RFPs; analyzes risk and financial data, and underwrites new business opportunities for groups and broker cases
• Communicates with brokers or clients to discuss case details and impact of underwriting decisions; adheres to applicable regulations and supports business goals
• Coordinates with sales team to ensure timely deliverables; develops relationships with sales partners to understand client needs and negotiate rates and plan options
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and ensures adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines
• May develop retention illustrations and discuss underwriting offers with sales operations and producers
• Collaborates with sales to develop talking points and strategies for rate negotiation and benefit options
• Communicates with sales, administration and claims to assess rating and administrative impact; discusses opportunities with senior management as requested
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure accurate account reporting and financial goals attainment; participates in data analysis and reporting projects
• Performs related duties as required

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting

Industries

• Insurance