Sr Life Underwriter II

Farm Bureau Financial Services; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Bureau Financial Services is seeking a Sr. Life Underwriter II in West Des Moines, IA. The role requires underwriting new life insurance policies within set guidelines and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of underwriting experience, college degree or equivalent, and may hold or be progressing toward FLMI/FALU/ASC designations. Travel is possible and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent, plus 7 years of Life Underwriting experience.
• FLMI, FALU, and ASC designation(s) preferred or progress towards attainment.
• Travel possible.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new business life insurance policies within predetermined monetary guidelines, in accordance with Farm Bureau policy and in compliance with government regulations.
• Evaluate and apply risk classification principles to life insurance applications consistent with the expectations of the actuary.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

College degree or equivalent

Job description

Sr. Life Underwriter II

Are you a go-getter with high initiative and a positive “can-do, will-do” attitude? Do you thrive in a work environment where you must multi-task, and have exceptional communication and customer service skills? Are you self-driven and able to work with limited direction?If so, this Life Underwriter opportunity could be a great fit for you!

Who We Are:

With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected.We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take.We’re proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

What You’ll Do:

As a Sr. Life Underwriter II you will underwrite new business life insurance policies within predetermined monetary guidelines, in accordance with Farm Bureau policy and in compliance with government regulations. You will evaluate and apply risk classification principles to life insurance applications consistent with the expectations of the actuary.

What It Takes to Join Our Team:

• College degree or equivalent, plus 7 years of Life Underwriting experience
• FLMI, FALU, and ASC designation (s) preferred or successful progress towards attainment
• Travel possible.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

What We Offer You:

When you’re on our team, you get more than a great paycheck. You’ll hear about career development and educational opportunities. We offer an enhanced 401K with a match, low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits, and life and disability insurance options. We also offer paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time, and teams who know how to have fun. Add to that an onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs, a cafeteria, and for many positions, even consideration for a hybrid work arrangement.

Farm Bureau....where the grass really IS greener!

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not able to sponsor OPT status.