Underwriter (Life) jobs in Arkansas
Underwriter (Life) reviews medical, occupational, financial, and legal information to select or reject individual or group life insurance applications. Calculates rates and premiums from approved decrement tables. Being an Underwriter (Life) may have contact with the field force for information on which to base decisions. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Underwriter (Life) typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Underwriter (Life) works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be an Underwriter (Life) typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Underwriter (Life) jobs
Assistant Underwriter
- Berkley Southwest (a Berkley Company)
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Little Rock, AR
FULL_TIME
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Company Details
Berkley Southwest offers commercial property and casualty products and services through independent agents in Arizona, Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. We maintain a strong local presence in each of our markets, keeping underwriting and support close to the customer.
Now more than ever, financial strength is critical to a successful, long term insurance relationship. Berkley Southwest is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation , a Fortune 500 company, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A (Superior) by A.M. Best.
This role will be based in one of our three offices:- Irving, TX
- Little Rock, AR
- San Antonio, TX
The company is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
As an Assistant Underwriter, you’ll play a critical role in our Company’s production objectives as you partner with the Underwriting and Sales account teams. Your responsibilities would include monitoring the renewal pipeline, underwriting renewal business, and processing endorsements within your established authority and in consideration of risk, appetite, and pricing guidelines.
What You Can Expect- Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
- Internal mobility opportunities
- Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
- Opportunity to impact change
- Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education
- Perform underwriting analysis on low complexity renewal accounts within authority by analyzing exposures, financial stability, historical loss data, and potential hazards. Refers renewals outside of assigned authority to Manager or Underwriter. Applies recommended pricing to underwritten accounts and discusses significant rate changes with the Underwriter and Regional Sales Director to determine the best approach for communication with the agent.
- Serve as account team first point of contact with agent concerning missing information, service issues, billing questions, etc.
- Review incoming account endorsement requests for acceptability. Approves endorsements for processing within assigned authority levels. Refers endorsements outside of authority or those with unique exposures to appropriate authority level.
- Order loss control reports as required based upon underwriting guidelines or upon the request of the Underwriter. Will review and advise the Underwriter of any discrepancies so that appropriate endorsements can be applied. Reviews loss control reports for risks and follows up on open recommendations. Based upon authority level, may refer poor loss control reports to Underwriter.
- Complete required filings.
- Review premium audit changes and request updates to exposures, as directed.
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Commercial rating experience or experience in underwriting role preferred.
- Advanced insurance education is desired, such as Associate in General Insurance, Kaplan Insurance courses, CPCU etc.
- Verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact professionally with all internal and external contacts. Ability to articulate clearly, concisely, and deliver difficult messages thoughtfully.
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong computer skills with knowledge of MS Excel and Word.
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Learning agility – willing and able to learn from experiences and new situations.
- Ability to project a warm and friendly manner in all business contacts and maintain a professional relationship with co-workers, agency contacts, and the general public.
- Aligns and practices our C.A.R.I.N.G. Values (Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Nurturing Growth, Generosity)
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role - 3 Days Ago
Mortgage Underwriter
- FIRSTAR BANK
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Fort Smith, AR
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: Fort Smith, AR Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionPosition Purpose: Underwrite mortgage loans (government and conventional), monito compliance and ...
- 12 Days Ago
Assistant Underwriter
- Berkley
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Little Rock, AR
OTHER
- Company Details Union Standard Insurance Group offers commercial property and casualty products and services through independent agents in Arizona, Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. We mainta...
- 24 Days Ago
Life Safety Inspector
- Life Safety Services LLC
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Little Rock, AR
FULL_TIME
- SIGN ON BONUS Life Safety Services Technicians inspect, install and repair passive fire products. Technicians provide services that deliver solutions that give our customers peace of mind. Functions/T...
- 17 Days Ago
Remote - Life Coach
- Life Balance Transition
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Fort Smith, AR
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...
- 20 Days Ago
CAMS/Life Coach/Anger Management Facilitator
- Maze of Life Resource Center
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Little Rock, AR
CONTRACTOR
- Transformational (Life) Coach/Facilitator/Anger Management Specialist Maze of Life Resource Center The Mission for Maze of Life Resource Center is to identify adults and youth who are having a turbule...
- 1 Month Ago
Underwriter (Life) jobs at Popular Companies
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- AMG S Group
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- Chubb
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- AMG S Group
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Senior Underwriter, Life Sciences
- Chubb
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New York, NY
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Insurance Underwriter
- Prime Insurance Company
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Exton, PA
- Job Description Job Description Job Description Description: The ideal candidate will creatively analyze, underwrite, an...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Insurance Underwriter
- Prime Insurance Company
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Naples, FL
- Job Description Job Description Job Description Description: The ideal candidate will creatively analyze, underwrite, an...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Underwriter, Life Sciences
- Liberty Mutual
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Boston, MA
- Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, ex...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Underwriter, Life Sciences
- Liberty Mutual
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Boston, MA
- Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, ex...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Arkansas
Arkansas (/ˈɑːrkənsɔː/ AR-kən-saw)[c] is a state in the southern region of the United States, home to over 3 million people as of 2018. Its name is of Siouan derivation from the language of the Osage denoting their related kin, the Quapaw Indians. The state's diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta.
Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd...
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Income Estimation for Underwriter (Life) jobs
$48,042 to $59,692
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