Senior Stop Loss Underwriting Consultant (Remote)

Symetra; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible full-time or hybrid telecomm.

401(k) with immediate vesting and up 6

Paid time away including vacation and

Company matching

Job summary

Symetra is seeking a Sr. Underwriting Consultant – Stop Loss to evaluate and price new and existing business while balancing profitability, growth, and market competitiveness. You will analyze risk, manage a complex block of business, and collaborate with Sales, Brokers, and internal partners to deliver strong outcomes.

The role requires strong underwriting expertise, mentoring capabilities, and the ability to lead initiatives, with travel as needed in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Stop Loss risk-based underwriting experience
• Strong knowledge of Stop Loss products, risk assessment, pricing methodologies and underwriting principles
• Proven analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal Stop Loss business by assessing financial, medical, and claims risk and pricing
• Analyze employer group experience and claim history to develop underwriting recommendations
• Manage complex and high-visibility cases and guideline exceptions
• Collaborate with Sales, Brokers, TPAs and internal stakeholders to price and position products
• Lead or contribute to underwriting initiatives, process improvements, and training
• Support RFP responses and other business development activities
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, brokers, and internal teams

Skills

Stop Loss Underwriting

Risk analysis

Pricing methods

Negotiation skills

Communication

Relationship building

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Symetra is seeking a Sr. Underwriting Consultant – Stop Loss to evaluate and price new and existing business while balancing profitability, growth, and market competitiveness. You will analyze risk, manage a complex block of business, and collaborate with Sales, Brokers, and internal partners to deliver strong outcomes.

The role requires strong underwriting expertise, mentoring capabilities, and the ability to lead initiatives, with travel as needed in a hybrid work environment.