Underwriter I

NEPSE Trading; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Vacation & holidays

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Mutual of Omaha is seeking an Underwriter I to review and decide on smaller, less complex life insurance cases. You will assess applications, reinstatements, and changes to ensure compliance with guidelines, supporting decisions with supervision as needed.

The role offers an hourly wage of $23.25–$24.00, with bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions. Remote work is available within the United States, with standard hours and training.

Qualifications

• Strong customer-facing skills and professional communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Comfort with technology and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Review life insurance applications and policy changes for smaller, less complex cases.
• Gather and assess data to evaluate risk and support decisions.
• Apply underwriting guidelines accurately with attention to detail.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and brokers.
• Manage high-volume workflow with organization and adaptability.

Skills

Customer-facing

Communication

Tech-savvy

Remote work

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Underwriter IMutual Of OmahaUnited StatesFull timeRemoteUSD 23 – 24Apply by Dec 31, 2026## About the roleAs an Underwriter I, you'll take your first step into the world of underwriting by reviewing and making decisions on smaller, less complex life insurance cases. You’ll assess applications for new policies, reinstatements, and changes to existing policies to make sure they’re a good fit for our products. Using established guidelines, you’ll evaluate risk, ensure everything aligns with our standards, and approve cases within your assigned limits.The schedule for this role will be Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm CST, with the opportunity for flex time once training is completed. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Hourly Wage: $23.25 - $24.00, plus annual bonus opportunity. 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our### benefitsand perks page for details. Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Review life insurance applications and policy changes for smaller, less complex cases.Gather and assess data to evaluate risk, determine### requirements, and support decision-making with supervision as needed. Apply underwriting and reinsurance guidelines accurately and with strong attention to detail using modern business tools. Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and business partners, ensuring timely and accurate messaging.Prioritize and manage a steady flow of back-to-back work in a high-production environment, balancing emails, incoming calls, and pending cases while demonstrating strong organizational skills, flexibility, and adaptability. Handle a limited number of daily phone calls, including risk assessment discussions and inquiries from brokers and internal partners. Participate in daily management activities and contribute to process improvements using current and emerging technologies.WHAT YOU’LL BRING: Strong customer-facing skills in a professional office setting. Previous experience in Underwriting, Case Management, or roles in a high-production environment are strongly preferred. Strong attention to detail and ability to make thoughtful, logical decisions.Comfort working with technology, including Microsoft Office. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A desire to grow your career in underwriting and contribute to a collaborative team.You promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do. Able to work remotely with access to a high-speed internet connection and located in the United States or Puerto Rico. We value diverse experience, skills, and passion for innovation.If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply! If you have questions about your application or the hiring process, email our Talent Acquisition area at . Please allow at least one week from time of applying if you are checking on the status.Stay Safe from Job ScamsMutual of Omaha only accepts applications from mutualofomaha.com/careers. Legitimate communications will come from '@mutualofomaha.com.' We never request sensitive information or extend job offers without conducting interviews. For more details, check our Hiring FAQs.Stay alert for scams and apply securely! Fair Chance Notices Salary: C21 - Hourly | Pay Scale: 100 C21 - Hourly Originally posted on Himalayas## Required skillsUnderwriterInsurance UnderwriterLife UnderwriterEmployment type: Full timeLocation: United StatesRemote: RemoteSalary: USD 23 – 24Posted on: Nov 2, 2026Apply by: Dec 31, 2026Source: HimalayasApply on HimalayasYou'll be taken to the original posting to apply directly with the employer. JobsNepal aggregates this listing; the application is handled by the source.