Underwriting Analyst - LHB

Accountabilities:: Provide underwriting, marketing, and sales support for new business opportunities and existing self-funded healthcare client accounts. Support the preparation, coordination, and management of requests for proposals (RFPs), renewal submissions, and other underwriting-related documentation. Build and maintain strong working relationships with stop-loss insurance carriers to support account retention, competitive renewal terms, and regional growth. Collaborate with Client Management, Sales, and Claims teams to coordinate underwriting activities and ensure timely delivery of client solutions. Communicate regularly with external stakeholders, including brokers and stop-loss carriers, to gather information, address inquiries, and facilitate business development activities. Assist with renewal strategies and underwriting processes to help manage renewal increases and maximize client retention. Organize and prioritize multiple requests from clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Identify opportunities to improve existing processes, ask relevant questions, and challenge procedures when necessary to enhance efficiency and service quality. Contribute to broader departmental activities, sharing responsibilities and providing support to colleagues when needed. Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. 3–5 years of professional experience in underwriting, RFP coordination, or insurance marketing. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with general familiarity with other Microsoft Office tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with organizational leaders, clients, customers, brokers, and external partners. Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple requests simultaneously. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment, share responsibilities, and support different departmental functions. Strong analytical thinking and decision-making abilities, combined with the confidence to ask questions and recommend process improvements. Ability to maintain accuracy, professionalism, and service quality in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: College degree or equivalent higher education. Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare-related concepts. Knowledge of stop-loss insurance products, underwriting practices, and industry concepts. Previous experience working with insurance brokers, consultants, third-party administrators (TPAs), or insurance carriers. Understanding of self-funded healthcare plans and their associated underwriting and renewal processes. Benefits: Competitive annual salary ranging from $49,500 to $92,800 , depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Fully remote working arrangement within the continental United States, excluding California, New York, Alaska, and Hawaii. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits. 401(k) retirement savings plan. Pension plan. Paid time off (PTO). Paid parental leave. Disability insurance. Supplemental life insurance. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. Additional employee incentives and benefits designed to support financial security, personal well-being, and work-life balance. Collaborative and purpose-driven work environment with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.