Sr. Life Underwriter

Selby Jennings Ltd

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

    Highlights

    A respected and growing insurance organization is seeking a Senior Life Underwriter to join its team and play a key role in evaluating complex life insurance applications and delivering sound underwriting decisions. Collaborate with internal partners, agents, and medical professionals to gather information and resolve underwriting questions.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWest Des Moines, IA

    Description

    Are you an experienced life insurance underwriter looking to take the next step in your career? A respected and growing insurance organization is seeking a Senior Life Underwriter to join its team and play a key role in evaluating complex life insurance applications and delivering sound underwriting decisions.

    What You'll Do

    • Underwrite individual life insurance applications within established authority limits.
    • Assess medical, financial, and non-medical risk factors to determine appropriate risk classifications.
    • Analyze complex cases and make recommendations that balance profitability and customer experience.
    • Collaborate with internal partners, agents, and medical professionals to gather information and resolve underwriting questions.
    • Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for peers on challenging cases.

    What We're Looking For

    • 7+ years of life insurance underwriting experience.
    • Strong knowledge of risk selection, medical underwriting, and life insurance products.
    • Proven ability to review and evaluate complex underwriting cases.
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
    • FLMI, FALU, CLU, or progress toward industry designations preferred.
    • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

    Why Consider This Opportunity?

    • High-impact underwriting role with meaningful decision-making authority.
    • Opportunity to work on complex and challenging cases.
    • Strong emphasis on professional development and career growth.
    • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
    • Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent work-life balance.
    • Hybrid work flexibility available for qualified candidates.

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