[Hiring] Underwriter, Group Benefits @Pacific Life

Role Description

We’re actively seeking a talented Group Underwriter to join our Workforce Benefits team. This role is 100% remote.

As a Group Underwriter, you will report to the AVP of Underwriting and work closely with the products and actuarial teams. You will play an important role in the start-up and long-term success of this business by helping to define the structure and operating model of the underwriting organization.

How you'll help move us forward:

• Evaluate and select risk to ensure the profitable acquisition of new business and the continued profitable retention of in-force business.
• Strong ability to partner with our Distribution sales team, brokers and all internal partners.
• Consult with our distribution partners to provide the products and plan options that meet the needs of our clients.
• Adhere to underwriting procedures and guidelines, while developing strong sales Rep and producer relationships.
• Exhibit strong product knowledge, especially in Disability (as well as dental, vision, life, and supplemental health).
• Strong understanding of the sales, implementation and enrollment process and market trends.
• Conduct high quality risk assessments across all case sizes to ensure business guidelines, target profit and metrics are met.
• Possess the technical expertise to identify and analyze risk trends and provide recommendations to address.
• Collaboration with product development, actuarial/pricing and sales distribution.
• Assist with training, technical development and mentoring.
• Understand the business drivers and foster a digital-first philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-3+ years in the group benefits underwriting field.
• Comfortable learning and adopting new technologies.
• Demonstrates consistent proficiency at the Underwriter level.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking/analytical reasoning skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to work cross functionally; putting the customer first.
• Experience underwriting our core products: group life, dental, vision, and supplemental health products such as critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident are strongly preferred.

Requirements

• Experience working in a high volume, fast paced production environment.
• Dental, vision, life supplemental health and disability product experience strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents.
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program.
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

Company Description

Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.