Underwriting Consultant
Rock Island, IL - USA
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Underwriting Consultant
This role involves reviewing and approving complex life insurance applications with a high level of independence. The position includes authority to make final decisions on large policies (up to $2000000) and to review cases referred by other underwriters. The role may also support projects such as audits product development training systems and claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Review medical and financial information to assess risk and make underwriting decisions based on guidelines
- Approve or decline applications including more complex or higher-value cases
- Provide guidance and final decisions on cases referred by other underwriters
- Respond to questions from agents on more complex cases
- Work with medical directors when needed on difficult medical reviews
- Build strong relationships with agents and partners
- Help lead training sessions and share underwriting knowledge with the team
- Meet team goals for quality turnaround time and productivity
- Handle challenges professionally including resolving conflicts and adapting to change
- Understand how decisions impact other teams and processes
Additional Responsibilities (as needed):
- Audits: Review underwriting files to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Claims: Assist in reviewing certain claims and provide input when needed
- Product Development: Support new product efforts including testing and feedback
- Systems: Help develop or improve underwriting rules and processes
- Participate in projects as an underwriting subject matter expert
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Associate degree required; Bachelors degree preferred
- 10 years of life insurance underwriting experience
Certifications:
- FALU designation required
- LOMA certifications required (Customer Essentials ACS FLMI)
Salary: $83000 - $115000 bonus
Benefits: Health Dental Vision Life 401k with employer match PTO and tuition reimbursement
Required Experience:
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