Senior Representative, Medical Underwriting Administration

Location Designation:Hybrid - 3 days per week

Group Benefit Solutions (GBS)

Group Benefit Solutions delivers comprehensive insurance and absence management solutions for mid-size and large companies. Our work fosters a healthier happier and more secure workforce contributing to New York Lifes legacy of being there when were needed most. Here youll design implement and support these solutions directly impacting customers lives. At our core we provide financial security and peace of mind to people through our absence accident disability voluntary benefits and life insurance solutions.

The Medical Underwriting Administration Senior Representative supports the Medical Underwriting team through the review processing and administration of Life and Disability insurance applications. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy completeness and timely handling of underwriting information while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service. The position requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The individual will collaborate with internal partners contribute to operational improvement initiatives and support the continued growth and effectiveness of the underwriting organization.

• Process Life and Disability insurance applications ensuring information is complete accurate and compliant with established underwriting guidelines and service standards.
• Review applicant information and medical histories approve coverage within assigned authority limits and identify items requiring additional review or follow-up.
• Research application status inquiries communicate updates to internal partners and provide timely resolution to operational and customer service requests.
• Manage multiple work queues and priority cases while maintaining productivity quality and accuracy standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in audits reporting client transitions process improvement initiatives and special projects that enhance underwriting operations and team effectiveness.

• High school diploma or GED required; equivalent business experience considered.
• Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Strong computer proficiency including experience with data entry document processing spreadsheets and business systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities adapt to changing procedures and perform effectively under deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork customer service continuous learning and professional development.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent higher education experience.
• Prior experience in group insurance life insurance disability insurance underwriting administration or insurance operations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology anatomy physiology and common medical conditions.
• Experience identifying process improvement opportunities and contributing to operational efficiency initiatives.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range:$46500-$66500

Overtime eligible:Nonexempt

Discretionary bonus eligible:Yes

Sales bonus eligible:No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individuals experience skills qualifications and job location. Additionally employees are eligible for an annual discretionary addition to base salary employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees and have unique offerings for a modern workforce including leave programs adoption assistance and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Lifes leadership in this space.

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Job Requisition ID: 94286