Senior Manager, Stop Loss & Health Claims

Sun Life; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Sabbatical program

Medical coverage

Job summary

Sun Life U.S. invites applicants for the Senior Manager, Stop Loss and Health Claims role. The incumbent will oversee complex claims, lead a high-performing team, and partner with TPAs, brokers, and legal counsel to support growth and exceptional service.

The position features a hybrid model across contigous states plus AK, with a strong focus on staff development, process optimization, and stakeholder management in a dynamic benefits environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of medical stop loss or health insurance claims experience.
• Previous management/leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with claims management systems and Sun Life products.

Responsibilities

• Lead Claims Operations: direct evaluation, negotiation, and settlement of complex claims.
• Manage and develop staff: supervise and mentor a claims team.
• Optimize processes: monitor workflow and drive efficiencies.
• Collaborate with partners: work with TPAs, brokers, policyholders and vendors.

Skills

Leadership

Claims operations

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities.

Job Description:

Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work in the contiguous states plus AK.

The opportunity:

The Senior Manager, Stop Loss and Health Claims leads our dynamic claims unit. In this critical role, you'll oversee complex claims operations, manage a high-performing team, and collaborate with key partners to drive our continued growth and excellence in customer service.

How you will contribute:

• Lead Claims Operations: Direct the evaluation, investigation, negotiation, and settlement of complex claims, ensuring optimal balance between policyholder interests and company objectives.
• Manage and Develop Staff: Supervise, mentor, and grow a talented claims team, overseeing work assignments, performance management, and professional development.
• Optimize Processes: Monitor workflow, implement efficiencies, and ensure prompt, accurate claims processing to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Partners: Work closely with third-party administrators, brokers, agents, policyholders, vendors, and legal counsel to maintain Sun Life's strong reputation and drive business growth.

What you will bring with you:

• Ability to work with a diverse range of people
• 5+ years of medical stop loss insurance or health insurance claims experience required, previous management/leadership experience preferred
• Proven leadership skills and deep industry expertise
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in stakeholder management and customer-facing roles
• In-depth knowledge of claims practices, state and federal laws
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze and communicate complex data and trends
• Proficiency with claims management systems and Sun Life products

Salary:

$68,200-$102,300

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. We're proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work Certified in Canada and the U.S., we've also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

We will make reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitation of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email [e-mail] request an accommodation.

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Sun Life will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including applicable fair chance ordinances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Category:

Claims - Health & Dental

Posting End Date:

30/10/2026