Life Underwriting Supervisor jobs in Vermont

Life Underwriting Supervisor supervises group of underwriters who review, analyze and inspect life insurance contracts. Accepts, modifies or declines a risk through evaluation of an individual's medical history or physical condition, occupational hazards, financial background, insurable interest and other information. Being a Life Underwriting Supervisor analyzes various rate plans utilizing the organization's claims history to determine the appropriate rate plan and benefits costs. Familiar with current legislative and compliance processes affecting life insurance. Additionally, Life Underwriting Supervisor may evaluate reinstatements and changes in existing policies. May have designations or course work toward the CLU, FLMI, etc. Has a sound working knowledge of medical terminology. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Life Underwriting Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. To be a Life Underwriting Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Underwriting
  • National Life Group
  • Montpelier, VT FULL_TIME
  • Director - Underwriting

    This position is located on our Montpelier, Vermont or Dallas, Texas campus.

    This position requires strong leadership abilities, necessary to effectively lead a large underwriting team, driving productivity as well as quality risk selection. In addition, this position requires superior relationship building skills that can effectively manage and strengthen field relations. This role is expected to contribute positively to the profitable growth of the company through prudent and profitable underwriting decision-making.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Work on highly complex underwriting risks; provides guidance on the most complex applications to staff underwriters
    • Assist in developing underwriting policies and operating plans
    • Establish and maintain strong field relationships to help Distribution successfully grow sales
    • Mentor and guide less experienced underwriters and assist in development of underwriting training
    • Participate in underwriting audits to ensure regulatory compliance
    • Coordinate and monitor successful collaboration with internal supporting functions such as actuarial, claim, risk control, legal/regulatory and other business units to ensure alignment with overall strategy and goals
    • Participate in the evaluation and development of new and existing life products
    • Work in a team atmosphere with New Business leadership
    • May be responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations as directed by Senior Vice President, Operations and Vice President, Chief Underwriter
    • Work with vendors as necessary to ensure the department is well supported

    Job Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree
    • 10-15 years of life underwriting experience; preferred background would include designations such as FMLI, CLU or other course work within the AALU, LOMA or similar industry organizations
    • Experience in signing-off on large cases exceeding five million in face amount
    • Previous experience with simplified issue and tele-underwriting
    • Prior work experience with independent field force
    • Must be able to communicate in an effective manner, both verbal and written
    • Demonstrated skill in developing risk management and underwriting programs
    • Ability to work independently as well as being a strong team player
    • Must be able to prioritize management and field requests
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; strong business acumen
    • LTC and DI experience a plus
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; must be action and results oriented
    • Must be able to pass a background check

    The base compensation range represents the low and high end of the range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

    Other rewards may include an annual bonus, quarterly bonuses, commissions, and other long-term incentive compensation, depending on the position. National Life offers a competitive total rewards package which includes: a 401(k) retirement plan match; medical, dental, and vision insurance; a company funded wellness account for director and below employees; 10 paid holidays; a generous paid time off plan (22 days of combined time-off for non-exempt employees and exempt employees have discretion in managing their time, including scheduling time off in the normal course of business, but in no event will exempt employees receive less sick time than required by state or local law); 6 weeks of paid parental leave; and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment

    National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company, Montpelier, VT – founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, Addison, TX – chartered in 1955, and their affiliates. Each company of National Life Group is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. Life Insurance Company of the Southwest is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. Equity Services, Inc., Member FINRA/SIPC, is a Broker/Dealer and Registered Investment Adviser affiliate of National Life Insurance Company. All other entities are independent of the companies of National Life Group.

    Fortune 1000 status is based on the consolidated financial results of all National Life Group companies.

    National Life Group

    1 National Life Dr

    Montpelier, VT 05604

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Residential Care Nurse Supervisor
  • Wake Robin Life Plan Community
  • Shelburne, VT FULL_TIME
  • Residential Care Nurse Supervisor (RN) - Full-timeWake Robin seeks a dedicated nursing professional with a strong desire to work within a community of seniors. Wake Robin provides exceptional nursing ...
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Team Manager - Life - Operations
  • National Life Group
  • Montpelier, VT FULL_TIME
  • Team Manager: OperationsPosition is located on our Montpelier, Vermont, or Addison, Texas, with a hybrid schedule SummaryThe Team Manager provides leadership to a team of Case Managers, Replacement Te...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Remote - Life Coach
  • Life Balance Transition
  • Burlington, VT OTHER
  • “Don’t fear failure. Fear being in the exact same place next year as you are today.”Michael HyattAre you currently navigating a career crossroads, feeling disillusioned with your current role, confine...
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Underwriting Service Technician I
  • Vermont Mutual
  • Montpelier, VT FULL_TIME
  • To perform a variety of commercial lines and or personal lines tasks - related to application entry/registration; processing money and non-money policy changes; processing basic renewals; basic cancel...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Hotel General Manager
  • Life House
  • Woodstock, VT FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionLife House is a vertically integrated hotel software, brand, and management company. With a successful track record of operating over 50 hotels, we have also built an award-winning ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Underwriting Supervisor
  • KAIA
  • Topeka, KS
  • Job Title: Underwriting Supervisor Job Summary: Kansas Mutual Insurance, an AM Best A- rated company around since 1895, ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Mortgage Underwriting Supervisor
  • NVR Inc
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • Are you looking for a leadership role within underwriting services? Do you want to work for an established company with ...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Personal Lines Underwriter
  • SlingShot Connections
  • Monterey, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Personal Lines Underwriter is responsible for maintaining an underwriting desk which...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Supervisor – Community Based Programs
  • Wingspan Care Group
  • Cleveland, OH
  • Applewood Centers is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to chil...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Loss Control Specialist Offsite
  • The Andover Companies
  • Loss Control Specialist - this position is located in Connecticut (Northern and Central Connecticut). Duties include tra...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Loss Control Specialist
  • The Andover Companies
  • Loss Control Specialist - this position is located in both New Jersey (Northern or Central) and the New York City Metrop...
  • 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Underwriting Supervisor II - Human Services (Bala Cynwyd, PA)
  • Philadelphia Insurance Companies
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA
  • Marketing Statement Philadelphia Insurance Companies, a member of the Tokio Marine Group, designs, markets and underwrit...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Underwriter - PPM
  • ProAssurance Corporation
  • Overland Park, KS
  • An exciting opportunity exists to join the ProAssurance family of companies! We are a specialty writer of professional l...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Life Underwriting Supervisor jobs
$111,383 to $137,478