Underwriter Analyst I: Data-Driven Policy Support

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey; United States; Remote; USD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Generous PTO

Incentive plans

Wellness programs

Paid volunteer time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is seeking an entry-level Underwriting Support professional to assist with new and renewal accounts. The role focuses on data collection, account setup, rating, quotes, binders, and endorsements, while supporting efficient underwriting workflows.

You will work with underwriters to analyze data, prepare reports, and ensure accurate pricing. The position emphasizes development of foundational skills in analysis and problem-solving within a collaborative

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of two years experience in an operational role.
• Basic understanding of the healthcare industry preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated teamwork, analytical thinking and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational product development for Stop Loss, Individual, Jumbo, Public and National Market Lines, ensuring accurate, timely policy service.
• Coordinate underwriters and internal partners to resolve service needs and support workflow execution.
• Identify issues early, work with underwriting partners to resolve them, and escalate when appropriate.
• Interpret data and set up accounts in appropriate systems, often working directly with the underwriter.
• Monitor underwriting funnel performance, including renewals and quote volume, and communicate drivers behind observed trends.
• Prepare underwriter ERISA file.
• Use underwriting software (STEPWISE) to provide pricing data.

Skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Customer-focused mindset

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking capabilities

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

STEPWISE

Job description

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is seeking an entry-level Underwriting Support professional to assist with new and renewal accounts. The role focuses on data collection, account setup, rating, quotes, binders, and endorsements, while supporting efficient underwriting workflows.

You will work with underwriters to analyze data, prepare reports, and ensure accurate pricing. The position emphasizes development of foundational skills in analysis and problem-solving within a collaborative