Sr. Underwriting Generalist

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JobgetherLife Insurance
Based in United StatesPart-TimeSenior
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Experience
Minimum of 8 years of life insurance underwriting experience.
Required Skills
Analytical SkillsRelationship management

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • Minimum of 8 years of life insurance underwriting experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise underwriting large, complex cases, including impaired risks.
  • Experience working with independent agents, brokerage distribution channels, and BGAs.
  • Proven ability to make underwriting decisions involving high face amounts and complex risk profiles.
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate detailed medical and financial information.
  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining productivity and decision quality.
  • Demonstrated history of professional growth, strong performance, and sound underwriting judgment.
  • Industry designations such as FALU, FLMI, CLU, or equivalent underwriting coursework are preferred.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development within the life insurance industry.

Responsibilities

  • Independently evaluate and underwrite complex individual life insurance cases, including impaired risk profiles and high-face-amount applications.
  • Assess medical, financial, and non-medical information to make accurate, timely, and well-supported underwriting decisions.
  • Handle cases typically exceeding $5M in face amount, with underwriting authority up to $10M.
  • Provide second-signature support, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced underwriting professionals.
  • Collaborate with sales, distribution, and business teams to support growth objectives and maintain strong partner relationships.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with independent agents, brokerage general agencies (BGAs), and distribution partners.
  • Manage a significant caseload while maintaining high standards for quality, service, and turnaround times.
  • Clearly communicate underwriting decisions, rationale, and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to team development through coaching, knowledge sharing, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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