Life Underwriting Quality Specialist

A major client of ours has a need for a Loan Quality Assurance Specialist. This is a contract to hire position and it is remote. W2 only candidates.

Overview

The Underwriting Quality Assurance Specialist is responsible for supporting the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of underwriting operations through quality reviews, risk assessments, and audit activities. This role works collaboratively with underwriting, operations, and internal audit leadership to evaluate controls, ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements, and identify opportunities for process improvement. The position provides a strong opportunity to contribute to operational excellence within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

Education

• Prepare and maintain data governance reports, metrics, and related documentation.
• Assist in drafting audit reports and presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership, including Internal Audit leadership.
• Participate in departmental initiatives and cross-functional projects focused on underwriting quality, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Strong underwriting risk assessment, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in underwriting audit, quality assurance, and reporting functions
• Working knowledge of life insurance systems, underwriting processes, and insurance operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Interest in underwriting, auditing, compliance, risk management, or insurance operations
• Proficiency with data analysis tools or the ability to quickly learn new systems and technologies
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree required (BS preferred)