Senior Underwriter - Stop Loss Focus

Summary

Rates and designs benefits for largest and most complex groups. Serves as primary contact to stop loss vendors.

Description

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but we've been part of the national landscape for more than seven decades, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation's leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies, allowing us to build on various business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

Position Purpose

Rates and designs benefits for largest and most complex groups. Serves as primary contact to stop loss vendors.

Logistics

PACE Underwriters - one of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina’s subsidiary companies.

Location:

While this position is open for remote work, we prefer talent local to the Carrollton, Texas area. Typical work hours are Monday - Friday from 8am - 5pm CST.

Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.

What You’ll Do

• Determines the acceptability of new group risk. Generates proposals.
• Completes pre-reviews on new groups and rate reviews on renewals. May process and complete ERISA reporting.
• Trains and advises less experienced underwriters.
• Serves as a liaison to other departments concerning underwriting issues.
  
  

To Qualify For This Position, You'll Need The Following

• Required Education: Bachelor's
• Degree Equivalency: 4 years job related work experience or Associate's and 2 years job related work experience
• Required Work Experience: 5 Years underwriting experience.
• Required Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational, customer service, oral and written communication skills. Excellent mathematical, analytical and critical thinking skills. Good judgment. Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion. Proficient spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Extensive knowledge of underwriting and risk principles and their application.
• Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft Office.
  
  

We Prefer That You Have The Following

• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree-Accounting, Finance, Business or Healthcare Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
• Preferred Work Experience: 7 Years-underwriting experience.
• Preferred Skills and Abilities: Insurance course work in FLMI, HIAA, or BCA.
• Preferred Software and Other Tools: Knowledge of database software and computer systems support. Prior Ugan experience.
  
  

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes The Following

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in our benefits program the first of the month following 28 days of employment.  

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Education Assistance
• Service Recognition
• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more
  
  

What We Can Do For You

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Pay Range Information

Range Minimum 

 $57,636.00  

 

Range Midpoint

 $ 83,720.00

  

Range Maximum 

 $109,804.00

Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and other positions that fall into this pay grade.  Compensation decisions within the range will be dependent upon a variety of factors, including experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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