Rating Analyst

Standard Insurance; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Annual incentive

Job summary

The Standard in Portland, OR is seeking a Rating Analyst to support underwriting by analyzing broker-submitted bid specs and plan designs to price options and issue binding proposals for basic cases.

You will partner with underwriters on complex matters, contribute to priority projects, and deliver timely, accurate service to internal and external stakeholders in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor's preferred.
• At least 2 years applying analytical evaluation and decision-making.
• Strong written and verbal communication; customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate broker-submitted specifications and existing plan designs to identify requested products, plan structures, and coverage options.
• Apply underwriting guidelines and business judgment to determine appropriate plan designs, product options, census formatting, and calculated rates.
• Prepare and release binding proposals for routine insurance risks in accordance with established business rules and underwriting authority.
• Provide underwriting and rating support for large and complex cases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate with sales, service, and home office teams to deliver responsive customer service, resolve issues, and support strategic projects and business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Time management

Customer focus

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The next part of your journey is right around the corner - with The Standard.

A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams, we've been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?

Job Summary

The Rating Analyst supports the underwriting process by analyzing broker-submitted bid specifications and existing plan designs to determine appropriate product options and pricing. This role applies sound business and underwriting judgment to evaluate routine insurance risks, calculate rates, and release binding proposals for basic cases. The Rating Analyst partners with underwriters on complex cases, contributes to key projects and business initiatives, and delivers responsive service through effective collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate broker-submitted specifications and existing plan designs to identify requested products, plan structures, and coverage options.
• Apply underwriting guidelines and business judgment to determine appropriate plan designs, product options, census formatting, and calculated rates.
• Prepare and release binding proposals for routine insurance risks in accordance with established business rules and underwriting authority.
• Provide underwriting and rating support for large and complex cases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.
• Collaborate with sales, service, and home office teams to deliver responsive customer service, resolve issues, and support strategic projects and business objectives.

Skills and Background You'll Need

• Education: Associate degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: 2 years of experience applying critical thinking, analytical evaluation, and decision-making experience.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret information and identify solutions.
• Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations, including basic algebraic formulas.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Ability to apply underwriting guidelines, contract provisions, and applicable insurance regulations.
• Experience in insurance, underwriting, rating, benefits administration, or a related analytical role; ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders.

Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate

• Driving Success: Acts with urgency, pursues ambitious goals and shows resilience in the face of obstacles and setbacks.
• Adaptability: Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, accepts and understands change and alters behavior as necessary.
• Customer Focus: Understands and anticipates both internal and external customer needs and develops customer-inspired solutions that exceed expectations.

Why Join The Standard?

• A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• An annual incentive bonus plan
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
• A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
• An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools

In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.

Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.

The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

Salary Range: 23.56 - 31.49

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

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