Health Insurance Underwriting Associate

Justworks, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Justworks is seeking a Health Insurance Underwriting Assistant in New York City to support the underwriting team with file review, data reconciliation for prospective customers' insurance applications, and problem solving in an entrepreneurial environment.

You will review documentation, ensure completeness, and liaise with vendors and internal teams while applying underwriting guidelines to determine next steps. Attention to detail and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role; background in business, finance or economics preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn on the fly and apply new information into practice.
• You like working with people and helping others solve problems.
• You are flexible and open to changes in processes or teams.
• You enjoy fast-paced entrepreneurial environments and want to help build something meaningful.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and related documentation for acceptability according to underwriting guidelines and determine tasks to be completed before moving forward
• Ensure all required customer documentation is accurate and collected in a timely manner
• Act as liaison with vendors and internal sales teams through direction of leadership
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, and create resolutions
• Communicate with company underwriters and internal teams to provide status or additional assistance as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ethical practice

Clear communication

Analytical

Good judgement

Job description

Justworks is seeking a Health Insurance Underwriting Assistant in New York City to support the underwriting team with file review, data reconciliation for prospective customers' insurance applications, and problem solving in an entrepreneurial environment.

You will review documentation, ensure completeness, and liaise with vendors and internal teams while applying underwriting guidelines to determine next steps. Attention to detail and clear communication are essential.