Underwriter

NR Consulting LLC

New Haven, CT(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Detail Oriented, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Insurance, Human Anatomy, Insurance, Insurance Regulations, Insurance Underwriting, Life Insurance, Medical Terminology, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Property Insurance, Risk Analysis, State Laws and Regulations, Underwriting, Writing Skills
LOCATION
New Haven, CT
POSTED
2 days ago
Job title: Underwriter
Location: Remote
Direct Hire/ Full time

Overview
Underwrites individual life insurance contracts ranging in amounts through $500,000. May occasionally work on applications of higher amounts subject to review by a higher ranking Underwriter. Selects individual life insurance risks, binding the organization on each contract.
Core Responsibilities
  • Appraises, classifies, and takes action to approve or decline applications for new insurance, changes of plan, conversions, exchanges, reinstatements, and additions of benefits. Determines extra premiums for medical impairments and special hazards such as aviation, occupation, foreign residence and travel, and unusual avocations. Classifies each insurance applicant to eliminate adverse selection while maintaining equitable mortality.
  • Communicates with field force and Home Office personnel regarding insurance applications and adjustments. Answers routine inquiries from other departments and field force concerning the Orders underwriting policies, practices, and procedures related to individual applications.

Skills Qualifications
Required:
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy; ability to understand and apply medical knowledge to insurance applications.
  • Knowledge of federal and state insurance regulations Preferred:
  • Knowledge of company s policies and insurance products/offerings
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Good business judgment/risk assessment skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Capable of making informed, independent decisions
  • Attention to detail

Education
Required:
  • BS or BA degree. LOMA and ALU courses. Preferred:
  • 2-5 years of individual life underwriting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

About the Company

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NR Consulting LLC