Health Underwriter jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Are you someone who brings a positive vibe to the team? Someone who stays focused, can dig in and follow through on a good challenge? If you are detail-oriented, a creative problem-solver, and highly customer-service-focused, our Brokerage Underwriter position could be a good fit for you! The Brokerage Team handles a variety of requests in their daily work; this will keep things interesting, especially for those who like to do research and enjoy challenges.

Our underwriters are responsible for collaborating with brokers/agents, resulting in premium growth and profitability. Insurance is a terrific, dynamic industry and coupled with the incredible family-owned culture at JM Wilson - this is an opportunity you do not want to miss!

Underwriter Duties/Responsibilities:

• Quote or decline new business by evaluating the submissions for acceptability to company underwriting guidelines including review of applications, websites and loss runs.
• Quote or non-renew existing business by analyzing the file to verify if it still fits company underwriting guidelines, obtaining renewal information, checking loss runs, and utilizing all available internal markets.
• Phone calls to customers and companies, returning customer calls and making calls to company underwriters for assistance on account service issues.
• Maintain daily workflow in ImageRight by analyzing, handling, or forwarding tasks for processing.
• Meet service standard requirements.
• Make regular tele-sales calls as directed by manager.
• Write SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) and Idea Suggestions by following guidelines as determined by team goals.
• Maintain underwriting knowledge by attending underwriter training meetings at JM Wilson and insurance carriers also by reviewing company underwriting changes and updates.
• Back up others in the department and company by answering phone calls, handling customer service needs, quotes, binding, and handling rush items.
• Average Performance Job Review (PJR) score over year prior of at least 5.0
• Performs other duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills, decision making and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of laws, guidelines, and best practices of insurance.
• Good time management skills with ability to work with frequent interruptions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Underwriting: 3 years (Preferred)
• Commercial Insurance: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portage, MI 49024: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portage, MI 49024