Job Classification:
Operations - Insurance Operations
Group Insurance is an operating unit within the U.S. Businesses Division that historically focused primarily on creating, distributing, and administering a complex range of life and disability insurance products for many top Fortune 500 companies, but has recently entered the medical stop loss space. Prudential’s initial medical stop loss team consists of industry veterans with over 150 years of experience in the industry.
The Lead Medical Stop Loss Underwriting Specialist is primarily accountable for overseeing the medical stop loss underwriting activity. The Lead Underwriting Specialist is responsible for underwriting cases in accordance with statutory regulations and existing underwriting policies and practices, assessing risk and making and communicating decisions in a manner which contributes to the profitability of the product and reputation of the company.
Job Responsibilities:
Functions as an independent and highly experienced underwriter able to manage large complex cases, although not all levels of complexity, with little or no support
Determines whether to accept, modify, or decline a risk through evaluation of the client’s employee census data, claims history, and other pertinent information within guidelines such as rating formula’s, product filings and statutory requirements.
Independently applies Underwriting judgment, formulates pricing decisions, negotiates within their authority limit, and handles standard to complex reporting requests. Understands and applies current pricing strategy across the book of business.
Works closely with sales staff, brokers and clients to discuss financial results and support or directly engage in the negotiation process.
Manage ad hoc projects, and or participate in periodic process and technical design work to improve service, efficiency, or profitability.
Confidently and effectively communicates point of view through both verbal and written communications and negotiates with internal/external partners in various roles
Demonstrates an awareness of regional trends, competitive landscape and factors that influence the marketplace and regulatory environment
Strong ability to help others gain an understanding of the underwriting process, including case reviews, identifying training needs and developing and delivering training.
Demonstrates problem solving skills on risk and service-related issues, and broad institutional knowledge in the development of solutions.
Qualifications:
Medical Stop Loss underwriting experience, preferably 7+ years
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Ability to work independently
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to prioritize work with limited oversight
Strong Analytical and mathematical skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to develop strong working relationships
Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $106,000.00 to $174,900.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.
Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.
Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Prudential Financial (NYSE:PRU) was founded on the belief that financial security should be within reach for everyone, and for over 140 years, we have helped our customers reach their potential and tackle life's challenges for now and future generations to come. Today, we are one of the world’s largest financial services institutions, offering individual and institutional clients a wide array of financial products and services. With operations in the United States, Asia, Europe and Latin America, we are known for delivering on our promises to our customers, and are recognized as a trusted brand and one of the world’s most admired companies. We also have one of the most recognized and trusted brand symbols: The Rock®, an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation. We measure our long-term success on our ability to deliver value for shareholders, meet customer needs, and attract and develop the best talent in our industry. We offer an inclusive work environment where employees can develop to their full potential, and give back to the communities where we live and work. (Pru.us/disclaimer)
