Life underwriter job description

Who We Are: With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We're proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

What You'll Do: As a Sr. Life Underwriter you will underwrite new business life insurance policies within predetermined monetary guidelines, in accordance with Farm Bureau policy and in compliance with government regulations. You will evaluate and apply risk classification principles to life insurance applications consistent with the expectations of the actuary.

What It Takes to Join Our Team:

· College degree or equivalent plus 5 years relevant experience

· FLMI, FALU, and ASC designation (s) preferred or successful progress towards attainment

· Travel possible.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

What We Offer You: When you're on our team, you get more than a great paycheck. You'll hear about career development and educational opportunities. We offer an enhanced 401K with a match, low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits, and life and disability insurance options. We also offer paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time, and teams who know how to have fun. Add to that an onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs, a daycare center, a cafeteria, and for many positions, even consideration for a hybrid work arrangement. Farm Bureau....where the grass really IS greener!

If you're interested in joining a company that appreciates its employees, provides growth and professional development opportunities, and offers great benefits, we invite you to apply today!

Work Authorization/Sponsorship
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are not able to sponsor now or in the future, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa or work authorization for this role. For example, we are not able to sponsor OPT status.

You are a driven and motivated problem solver ready to pursue meaningful work. You strive to make an impact every day & not only at work, but in your personal life and community too. If that sounds like you, then you've landed in the right place.

We're in the business of helping people achieve amazing things by protecting the things that matter most. And you can help us when you join our team of underwriters. They're at the center of everything we do - and by joining us, you'll be on a team known throughout the industry for providing our customers with just the right amount of coverage they need to pursue their unique interests. Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they've always been done isn't a part of the job. Here, you'll be putting your creative insights to work with other underwriters and leaders, having a seat at the table with key decision makers.

A new role can expand your knowledge and your network, and help you learn more about our business. If you think this opportunity is a fit for your career you should apply. If you are not sure you can have a conversation with your manager.

We're in the business of helping people achieve amazing things by protecting the things that matter most. And you can help us when you join our team of underwriters. They're at the center of everything we do - and by joining us, you'll be on a team known throughout the industry for providing our customers with just the right amount of coverage they need to pursue their unique interests.

Your underwriting career here means collaboration, inclusivity, innovative thinking and so much more. Here, doing things the way they've always been done isn't a part of the job. Here, you'll be putting your creative insights to work with other underwriters and leaders, having a seat at the table with key decision makers. And you'll have any number of opportunities for your career to grow in whatever direction you choose.
We'll Be a Good Match if You Have:
A customer-first mindset, putting our customers at the center of everything you do.A passion for making decisions through both analyzing h data and employing critical thinking skills.A team spirit and desire to work collaboratively.A financial mindset to help make the best decisions.Ability to own our work and following through on commitments.Ability to decipher and execute within a fluid and changing business environment.An understanding of how to build relationships and trust among diverse groups.The ability to advance their careers into technical OR leadership positions.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience2+ years of Group Benefits underwriting experience strongly preferred Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining solid relationships with all internal and external business partners Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills An ability to think analytically about business problems, make recommendations and propose solutions High energy self-starter, who is resilient and has an entrepreneurial spirit Demonstration of solid time, organizational, and desk management skills Goal-oriented and delivers outcomes Ability to challenge the status quo and compete to win Superior technical knowledge and sound decision-making and analytical skills

Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$53,040 - 79,560

Equal Opportunity Employer/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

About Us | Culture & Employee Insights | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | Benefits

Underwriter II - UO08ME
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Skills:

Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

Chubb is seeking a highly motivated, results oriented Commercial Lines Life Sciences Underwriter to join our industry leading Life Sciences practice. The primary focus of the position will be Package, Umbrella, Workers Compensation, Automobile and International coverages for a wide variety of customer types in this niche space.
* Drive financial performance of assigned book of business.
* Meet or exceed financial goals including rate, growth, profit, retention, and new business
* Meet or exceed service standards
* Predominately responsible for account solicitation, risk selection and analysis (including documentation), pricing and sales of Life Sciences products and services for new and existing customers
* Meet with new and renewal customers and agents/brokers to negotiate coverage, price, financial terms and service delivery
* Build relationship with agents/brokers to meet or exceed financial goals and create effective business plans for assigned agents/brokers and territory
* Work collaboratively and effectively with a team of underwriters, underwriting associates, customer service representatives, claims examiners, and loss control representatives
* Develop technical expertise of underwriting associates
* Utilize agency travel to build a robust prospect pipeline.

Candidates must possess the following required skills in order to be considered for this position:

* Strong sales, marketing, and negotiation skills
* Proven track record of building strong business relationships with agents and insureds
* Demonstrated strong written and oral communication skills
* Proven ability in complex account analysis, prioritization, organization and detail orientation
* Ability to work both independently and within a team environment using multiple internal and external resources appropriately, effectively, and efficiently
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software

Educational and Experiential Requirements

* 2+ years of commercial lines underwriting experience
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Chubb strives to offer a diverse and inclusive and rewarding work environment. Teamwork and mutual respect are central to how Chubb operates and we believe the best solutions draw upon diverse perspectives, experiences and skills. We operate in such a way where everyone, regardless of their singular background has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success.

EEO Statement

At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, age, and pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. Performance and qualifications are the only basis upon which we hire, assign, promote, compensate, develop and retain employees. Chubb prohibits all unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment.