Underwriter Stop Loss

Acrisure; Michigan; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

403(k) immediate vesting and HSA options

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Stop Loss Underwriter to evaluate and manage risks for employer-sponsored health plans. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure sound underwriting decisions and maintain competitiveness and profitability. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of stop loss underwriting experience and knowledge of self-funded health plans. Join us to make a difference while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, which supports your wellness and family needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in stop loss underwriting.
• Strong analytical skills with large claimant data.
• Experience with pricing and risk assessment in health plans.
• Proficiency in underwriting models and rating tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and price stop loss coverage for health plans.
• Analyze claims data and establish risk exposure.
• Communicate clearly with producers regarding underwriting decisions.
• Price stop loss coverage following underwriting guidelines.
• Coordinate with policy administration to ensure accurate contract terms.

Skills

Stop loss underwriting experience

Knowledge of self-funded health plans

Experience with large claimant reports

Proficiency in underwriting models

Rating tools

Tools

Underwriting models

Rating tools

Job description

About Acrisure

A global fintech leader, Acrisure empowers millions of ambitious businesses and individuals with the right solutions to grow boldly forward. Bringing cutting-edge technology and top-tier human support together, we connect clients with customized solutions across a range of insurance, reinsurance, payroll, benefits, cybersecurity, mortgage services – and more.

In the last twelve years, Acrisure has grown in revenue from $38 million to almost $5 billion and employs over 19,000 colleagues in more than 20 countries. Acrisure was built on entrepreneurial spirit. Prioritizing leadership, accountability, and collaboration, we equip our teams to work at the highest levels possible.

Position is location‑flexible. Locations listed are primary locations. Applicants from additional locations will be considered.

Job Summary

The Stop Loss Underwriter is responsible for evaluating, pricing, and managing risk for employer‑sponsored self‑funded health plans. This role includes underwriting both new business and renewals, assessing specific and aggregate exposure, and ensuring profitability while maintaining competitive positioning in the marketplace.

The Stop Loss Underwriter collaborates with sales, clinical, policy, and claims teams to deliver sound underwriting decisions aligned with company guidelines and financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Review employer census data, claims experience, and large claimant reports
• Evaluate specific and aggregate risk exposure
• Establish appropriate attachment points, lasers, and aggregate corridors
• Price stop loss coverage in accordance with underwriting guidelines
• Analyze emerging large claims and assess recurrence risk
• Underwrite new employer groups seeking stop loss coverage
• Analyze renewal performance and determine rate adjustments
• Balance competitiveness with profitability targets
• Provide alternative quoting strategies when appropriate
• Communicate underwriting decisions clearly and professionally with producers
• Support producers during negotiations
• Partner with clinical underwriting on high‑cost cases
• Coordinate with policy administration to ensure accurate contract terms
• Adhere to delegated underwriting authority
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

Requirements

• 2+ years of stop loss underwriting experience (specific & aggregate preferred)
• Strong knowledge of self‑funded health plan structures
• Experience reviewing large claimant reports and medical diagnoses
• Proficiency in underwriting models and rating tools

Candidates should be comfortable with an on‑site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross‑functional partnership.

Why Join Us

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.
• … and so much more!

This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Acrisure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation by contacting [e-mail].

Final candidates will be required to complete post‑offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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