Health Underwriter jobs in Seattle, WA

Health Underwriter reviews applications for coverage, gathers data, and assesses risk related to qualifying a candidate for health insurance. Calculates and recommends pricing. Being a Health Underwriter performs group and/or individual underwriting. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Health Underwriter typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Health Underwriter gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Health Underwriter typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Underwriter - Supp Health - Remote
  • Symetra
  • Bellevue, WA FULL_TIME
  • Symetra has an exciting new opportunity to join our Supplemental Health Underwriting team as an Associate Underwriter!

    About the role

    As an Associate Underwriter, you will underwrite new business accounts for Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity & Gap Assist products, typically over 50 lives with emphasis between 100 and 1,500 eligible lives.

    What you will do

    • Review Request for Proposal (RFP) submissions including verifying integrity of census data and plan information and requesting additional information as needed.
    • Develop & analyze manual ratings and if applicable, historic premium/claims information via a credibility formula to develop and communicate new business rate recommendations in accordance with pricing targets and level of authority. Sales expectations of $1.5 MM per year.
    • Underwrite large market enforce customer accounts (Supplemental Health generally up to 5,000 eligible lives).
    • Process sold accounts and renewals following established procedures while managing a book of business.
    • Build and maintain positive relationships with Symetra sales, field and home office service and actuarial teams.
    • Participate in projects and training initiatives as assigned.
    • Maintain accurate and up to date reporting of assigned presales and renewals.

    Why Work at Symetra

    Here's what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

    "Symetra is a great place if you are looking for the opportunity to contribute, to grow, to be seen and valued." Vernell K. - Auditor

    "If you want to work for a company that is always considering its employees while working towards sustainable growth this is that company.Within Symetra, there is always innovation, empowerment, and growth opportunities, all while providing us with a great work/life balance and incredible benefits for a very reasonable cost!"Cindy G. - Program Manager

    What we offer you

    Benefits and Perks

    We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

    • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
    • Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
    • Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
    • Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
    • Want more details? Check out our

    Compensation

    Salary Range: $46,800 - $78,000plus eligibility for annual bonus program

    Your experience and skills

    • 4-year college degree or equivalent business experience required.
    • Mathematics, finance, accounting, economics, or other business degree preferred.
    • Entry level underwriting position with 1 year business experience preferred, but not required.
    • Strong analytical and technical skills.
    • Strong Excel and Word skills.
    • Effective interpersonal and written communication skills.
    • Able to make effective decisions within authority limits and recommendation if outside of authority limits.
    • Service oriented with commitment to meet deadlines.
    • Able to multi-task and work efficiently in a team environment.

    We empower inclusion

    At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

    Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts .

    Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

    Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

    For more information about our careers visit

    Work Authorization

    Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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Underwriter
  • Factory Mutual Insurance Company
  • Bellevue, WA FULL_TIME
  • Overview FM Global is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property ins...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Underwriter
  • Berkley
  • Seattle, WA OTHER
  • Company Details Berkley E&S Solutions Group, a W. R. Berkley Company, is a wholesale-dedicated excess and surplus lines commercial insurance carrier. We provide general liability, excess and surplus l...
  • 14 Days Ago

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CRE Underwriter
  • Umpqua Bank
  • Kirkland, WA FULL_TIME
  • About Us: Umpqua Bank is a publicly traded financial holdings company, headquartered in the Pacific Northwest with 6,000 employees, which offers banking services to customers throughout the nation. It...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Production Underwriter
  • Factory Mutual Insurance Company
  • Bellevue, WA FULL_TIME
  • Overview AFM is looking for a Production Underwriter I to join the Seattle Office. This is a unique opportunity to be part of and help maintain and grow a dynamic AFM office. This is an extremely impo...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Commercial Underwriter
  • Global Credit Union
  • Renton, WA FULL_TIME
  • Overview Reports to: Credit Administration Manager Functions Supervised: None Primary Functions: Responsible for providing an independent comprehensive written evaluation of commercial loans and relat...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Work from Home-Mortgage Protection Insurance Agents
  • Shonda Crawford Insurance
  • Renton, WA
  • Crawford Agency needs the right agents to help our growing clientele build an asset and not a liability. Our agents part...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote Sales Representative - Work From Home
  • Symmetry Financial Group
  • Seattle, WA
  • Job Description Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Life Insurance Sales Representative to jo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Work from Home-Mortgage Protection Insurance Agents
  • Shonda Crawford Insurance
  • Kent, WA
  • Crawford Agency needs the right agents to help our growing clientele build an asset and not a liability. Our agents part...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Representative
  • Shonda Crawford Insurance
  • Federal Way, WA
  • What is Mortgage Protection Insurance? Mortgage protection insurance is an affordable term or whole life insurance polic...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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5k Sign On Bonus Insurance Sales Representative (Base Salary, Uncapped Commission)
  • Liberty Mutual Group
  • Bellevue, WA
  • You are here: / US,Bellevue-WA,5k Sign On Bonus Insurance Sales Representative (Base Salary,... **5k Sign On Bonus Insur...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Representative
  • Shonda Crawford Insurance
  • Bellevue, WA
  • What is Mortgage Protection Insurance? Mortgage protection insurance is an affordable term or whole life insurance polic...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Armenian/English Speaking Entry-Level Insurance Rep: Paid Licensing/Training available
  • Insurance Resourcing LLC
  • Issaquah, WA
  • If you speak Armenian and English and are searching for a new career that does not involve driving or retail hours, the ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Real Estate Acquisitions Associate – Multifamily (Semi-Remote)
  • Advice Personnel
  • Seattle, WA
  • Real Estate Acquisitions Associate – Multifamily (Semi-Remote) A prominent national real estate investment and managemen...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Health Underwriter jobs
$68,961 to $83,275
Seattle, Washington area prices
were up 2.8% from a year ago

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