Underwriting Manager

Employee Benefits Underwriting Manager

The Employee Benefits Underwriting Manager leads a team responsible for financial evaluation, strategic risk guidance, and analytical support across a broad benefits portfolio. The role combines leadership, external partnership management, and deep technical insight to drive informed decision‑making and strengthen client outcomes.

• Guide a team of underwriting professionals, ensuring consistent development, structured workflows, and a culture of high standards.
• Serve as a coordination point between internal stakeholders and external industry partners to support data exchange, reporting needs, and operational alignment.
• Cultivate carrier relationships and manage renewal discussions, using financial analysis and market insights to influence outcomes.
• Oversee assessment of funding arrangements and protection mechanisms, including complex risk‑transfer components.
• Provide strategic input on pharmacy‑related financial considerations and other benefit cost drivers.
• Build or refine analytical frameworks and tools that support forecasting, evaluation, and operational efficiency.
• Represent the team in client‑facing sessions, offering clear explanations of methodologies, assumptions, and recommended approaches.
• Maintain well‑structured documentation within internal platforms, ensuring traceability and accuracy of work.
• Strengthen cross‑functional communication with consulting, analytics, and operational teams to enhance overall service delivery.
• Act as a subject resource on reporting standards, financial modeling practices, market benchmarks, and benefit program evaluation.
• Coordinate with external analytical partners to support modeling, benchmarking, and comparative studies.
• Participate in ongoing leadership development programs to reinforce best practices and promote team alignment.
• Contribute to broader initiatives and evolving business needs as they arise.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in underwriting, financial analysis, or employee benefits; at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong familiarity with insurance funding structures, self‑funding, captives, and stop‑loss concepts.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational discipline, and analytical ability; reliable in meeting expectations of both internal partners and external clients.
• Life, Accident & Health license (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire).
• Working knowledge of group insurance products, contracts, and standard market practices.
• High proficiency in Excel and other core business software (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with clarity and precision even under deadlines.
• A genuine commitment to creating a positive, supportive experience for colleagues and clients.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management

Location:

Buffalo, NY | North Tonawanda, NY | Orchard Park, NY | Grand Island, NY

Salary: $16.00-$19.00 per hour