Job Description
Our partner is currently seeking a Medical Stop Loss Underwriter III for a remote position based in Chicago, IL. The Underwriter III will play a crucial role in analyzing current and historical claim data for prospective and renewal clients. We are looking for a goal-oriented and analytical individual with strong audit, risk management, and problem-solving skills. The Underwriter will collaborate with the sales and marketing team and maintain external relationships with broker and Stop Loss carrier partners.
Responsibilities:
- Develop specialized knowledge of group Medical Stop Loss reinsurance product offerings and group underwriting principles.
- Review and prepare new business prospects for marketing Stop Loss coverage.
- Price products and services while staying informed about all product offerings.
- Prepare various renewal reports for renewal Stop Loss marketing and proposal presentation.
- Negotiate terms of new business prospects and renewals, including rates, factors, and contract terms.
- Manage relationships with vendor partners, including Stop Loss vendors, UR/LCM vendors, and network vendors.
- Provide network analysis on new business prospects and renewals, collaborating with stop-loss partners.
- Collaborate with the Account Executive on sales and marketing calls.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Proficient computer skills, including the full Microsoft Office Suite; some Microsoft Access experience is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work within a team and a collaborative environment.
- Ability to self-audit.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an analytical role (data analyst, financial analyst, business analyst, etc.).
- Medical Stop Loss Underwriting experience is a plus.
- Advanced Excel experience required.
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Business Management Preferred.
- Ability to sit for long periods.
- Ability to communicate via telephone.
- Remote.