Underwriter Stop Loss

Acrisure; Tennessee; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) plan with immediate vesting

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

A global fintech leader is seeking a Stop Loss Underwriter to evaluate and manage risk for employer-sponsored self-funded health plans. This role involves underwriting new business and renewals, ensuring profitability while working closely with various teams to deliver sound decisions. Successful candidates will have a strong background in stop loss underwriting and excellent communication skills. This position thrives on collaboration and presents an opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of stop loss underwriting experience.
• Strong knowledge of self-funded health plan structures.
• Proficiency in underwriting models and rating tools.

Responsibilities

• Review employer census data and claims experience.
• Evaluate specific and aggregate risk exposure.
• Price stop loss coverage in accordance with underwriting guidelines.
• Analyze renewal performance to determine rate adjustments.

Skills

Stop loss underwriting experience

Knowledge of self-funded health plans

Experience reviewing large claimant reports

Proficiency in underwriting models

Job description

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.

Location Flexibility

• Position is location‑flexible. Primary locations are listed; applicants from additional locations will be considered.

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.

Benefits

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, 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!

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].