Associate Underwriter

Home Office
1401 Livingston Lane
Jackson, MS 39213, USA

Overview: Our Underwriting team is looking for an Associate Underwriter to review and classify life applications for all factors affecting insurability up to a retention limit of $250,000. The underwriter has extensive contact with credit reporting agencies, doctors' offices, reinsurance companies, Home Office Reference Lab and agents.

Location: Jackson, MS

Role and Responsibilities: The associate underwriter reviews and classifies life applications for all factors affecting insurability up to a retention limit of $250,000.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Review pending applications (new business, conversions, reinstatements, and changes to benefits) and make initial requests needed to evaluate the case.
• Analyze medical information, inspection reports, MVR reports and other information, and classify the risk.
• Communicate with the field force on questions regarding pending applications and underwriting decisions while using discretion when discussing privileged and confidential information.
• Study underwriting material, articles, and books to keep informed.
• Review and analyze cases from co-workers for second-initialing, and offer opinions and assistance.
• Refer the case to a co-worker for second initialing when the request is above the retention limits, to be cancelled, to be declined, or to be rated.
• Promote and enhance business relations between the agents and home office.
• Contact doctors' offices, reinsurance companies, Home Office Reference Lab, and agents to follow-up on information not received.
• Advise Medical Information Bureau of reportable information as required by MIB guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience
• Complete ALU 101 in first 12 months after becoming Associate Underwriter, preferred
• Ability to function effectively in the workplace as exhibited through one's integrity, courage to act and communication skills
• Ability to work with others effectively as exhibited through one's respect for people and commitment to teamwork
• Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations as exhibited through one's accountability for results, commitment to service and initiative
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as exhibited through one's growth in job knowledge and professional development

Employee Benefits:We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health Insurance:
  • Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
  • Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
  • Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
  • Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
  • Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
• Weight Management Programs:
  • Customized weight management plans.
  • Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
• Employee Engagement:
  • Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
  • Fun teambuilding activities.
• Annual events for employees and their families
  • Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
  • Family Fun Night
• Onsite Cafe:
  • Convenient access to nutritious meals.
  • Promoting healthy eating habits.
• Learning & Development:
  • Continuous learning opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
• Pairing employees with mentors.
• Professional growth and guidance.
• Promotional Opportunities:
  • Advancement within the company.
  • Career growth prospects.
• Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
  • Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
  • Retirement planning.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Contributing to the community.

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