Life Underwriting Manager jobs in Ankeny, IA

Life Underwriting Manager manages the daily operations of life underwriting department for a variety of products to contribute to the achievement of financial objectives of the business. Underwrites and oversees the issuance of renewal on key accounts. Being a Life Underwriting Manager proposes enhancements for life underwriting policies and procedures. Must be familiar with current legislative and compliance processes affecting Life Insurance. Additionally, Life Underwriting Manager typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Life Underwriting Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Life Underwriting Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Product Manager- Life and Disability Underwriting
  • Principal Financial Group
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • What You'll Do

    We are looking for a Product Manager to join our Business Owner Solutions Onboarding team to help drive Underwriting innovation and efficiency. As a Product Manager on our team, you will lead the discovery, strategy and solutions for Life and Disability Insurance underwriting technology focusing on organizational effectiveness and customer experience.

    Here are a few examples of the kinds of things you’ll do:

    • Work closely with our underwriting experts to set direction and priority for high-value business items
    • Develop and maintain the product roadmap in collaboration with business partners
    • Represent our business for the product, fostering strong relationships with key partners to ensure that their views and requirements are captured in the product backlog
    • Prioritize the items in the product backlog
    • Take accountability for product delivery in line with the roadmap

    Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!


    Who You Are

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
    • 10 years business or product management experience required
    • Technical knowledge of Life/Disability underwriting or past Product Manager experience
    • Analytical, self- motivated and collaborative to get results through others
    • Excellent communication skills, highly organized, and detail oriented

    Skills That Will Help You Stand Out

    • Experience with product discovery techniques
    • Knowledge of Life and/or Disability Insurance onboarding processes
    • Experience using collaboration tools such as JIRA, Miro, Confluence

    Salary Range Information

    Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
    Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)

    $106400 - $127000 / year
    Time Off Program

    Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
    Pension Eligible

    Yes
    Additional Information

    Work Environments

    This role offers in-office and hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek) work arrangements. You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

    Work Authorization/Sponsorship

    At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.

    Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

    Investment Code of Ethics

    For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

    Experience Principal

    At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

    Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


    Posting Window

    We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.
    Original Posting Date

    3/14/2024
    Most Recently Posted Date

    3/14/2024
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Underwriting Manager, Express
  • Liberty Mutual Insurance
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Candidate can sit remotely in WI, MN, IA, ND, SD, NE, IL, MI or IN. Builds expertise by selecting, developing and managing a unit of technically competent underwriters with multi-line expertise, confi...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Commercial Underwriting Manager
  • FBL Financial Group, Inc.
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Commercial Underwriting ManagerCan you manage the Commercial Business Unit to promote profitable growth? Do you have experience leading underwriting and customer service personnel? Can you develop and...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Underwriting Sales Manager
  • UniTrust Financial Group
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • Underwriting Sales Manager Location: Remote (Virtual/Work From Home) Working Hours: Flexible (Self-paced) Job Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Underwriting Sales Manager to join...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Branch Underwriting Manager
  • BITCO INSURANCE COMPANIES
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • BITCO Corporation, headquartered in Davenport, Iowa, is seeking an Underwriting Manager for our branch office located in Des Moines IA. BITCO provides quality property and casualty insurance services ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Underwriting Product Manager-Inland Marine
  • EMC Insurance Companies
  • Des Moines, IA FULL_TIME
  • At EMC, you'll put your skills to good use as an important member of our team. You can count on gaining valuable experience while contributing to the company's success. EMC strives to hire and retain ...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Remote Sales Associate Part Time and Full Time
  • Symmetry Financial Group
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Job Description As a Remote Sales Specialist, you'll be responsible for promptly contacting exclusive in-house leads to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Commercial Casualty Claims Adjuster (The Mutual Group) - Remote Opportunity
  • GuideOne Insurance
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • The Mutual Group (TMG) is a comprehensive, integrated insurance operations platform dedicated to helping mutual insuranc...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Analyst- Model Validation (US REMOTE)
  • Ally
  • Des Moines, IA
  • **General information** **Ref #** 17030 **Remote?** Yes **Ally and Your Career** * Ally Financial only succeeds when its...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Remote Sales Representative Work From Home Part Time Full Time
  • Symmetry Financial Group
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Job Description As a Remote Sales Specialist, you'll be responsible for promptly contacting exclusive in-house leads to ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director, Underwriting - Remote
  • Careerbuilder
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Prime Therapeutics Director, Underwriting - Remote Des Moines , Iowa Apply Now Our work matters. We help people get the ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Ankeny, IA
  • Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA Location: Iowa Work Type: Full Time Regular Job No: 502869 Categories:...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA Location: Iowa Work Type: Full Time Regular Job No: 502869 Categories:...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Elkhart, IA
  • Financial Representative Trainee - Des Moines, IA Location: Iowa Work Type: Full Time Regular Job No: 502869 Categories:...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ankeny is a city in Polk County, Iowa, United States and home to Des Moines Area Community College. Ankeny is a rapidly growing suburb just north of Des Moines, Iowa's capital city. Ankeny covers approximately 33 square miles and has a population estimated at 54,598 after a special census conducted in 2015. This census also estimated the city's growth at 5 persons per day. The U.S. Census Bureau recently named Ankeny the fastest growing city in the Midwest and the 4th fastest growing city in the United States. Ankeny is the 9th largest city in Iowa and the 3rd largest in Polk County. The po...
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Income Estimation for Life Underwriting Manager jobs
$125,275 to $162,914
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