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Sr Underwriter

Reference Number:  3285
Contract Type:  Regular
Working Time:  Full-Time

Hannover Re – as one of the world’s leading reinsurers, we provide coverage for the risks of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Our strength? Connecting Power: Within our global team of around 4,000 colleagues, we bring together knowledge, perspectives and a strong sense of responsibility. We rely on one another, challenge ourselves and continuously develop both our services and our products. Whether working with risk calculation models, developing digital tools or creating pragmatic solutions for our clients: here, you can contribute your expertise and actively shape what comes next. Sounds good? Get to know us as a reliable employer and find your place with us.

Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America (Hannover Re) is currently seeking talented candidates for our open Sr Underwriter position. This is a Full-Time role within the Ladder Life department. Please see below for more information regarding the essential functions of this position, required qualifications, and how to apply.

You can look forward to

Job Summary:

Effectively and efficiently classifies mortality risk in a sound, objective and consistent manner by applying company guidelines and philosophies.


Essential Functions:

(90%)

  • Provides timely service on cases to ensure Service Level Agreements(SLAs) and increased placement rates are met.
  • Provides sound underwriting judgement on all cases to ensure mortality objectives are met.
  • Effectively and appropriately utilizes company resources (i.e. hr | Ascent,peers, management, medical, actuarial and audit).
  • Adheres to regulatory requirements to ensure Hannover Re remains incompliance.
  • Develops and maintains professional relationships with internal and external customers to ensure Hannover Re is recognized as a leader in underwriting.
  • Provides signing authority up to $5 million

 

(10%)

  • Responds to client inquiries and provides technical support and opinions to ensure client satisfaction.

 

Competencies:

  • Manages complexity
  • Decision quality
  • Action oriented
  • Resourcefulness
  • Demonstrates self-awareness

You come equipped with

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Undergraduate degree or related experience
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in underwriting
  • Knowledge of medical and financial underwriting, product knowledge, and understanding of life insurance industry practices

 

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Basic computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, etc.)
  • Industry coursework/designations (FALU, FLMI, CLU, etc.)
  • Involvement with local, regional and/or national underwriting organizations

 

Travel:

  • Overnight travel required up to 10% of the time throughout the continental USA   

   

Compensation (Inclusive of Base + Bonus):

  • $95,900 - $129,700

Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company provided life insurance and disability benefits
- 401(k) and profit sharing
- Additional ancillary benefits available

Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America (Hannover Re) seeks to attract the best-qualified candidates who support the mission, vision and values of the company and those who respect and promote excellence through diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, marital, familial or parental status, genetic information, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected classification. The company complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and prohibits unlawful harassment based on any of the aforementioned protected classes at every location in which the company operates. This applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment including but not limited to: hiring, assessments, probation, placement, benefits, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, training and development, social and recreational programs, educational assistance and retirement.

We are committed to making our application process and workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. Upon request, Hannover Re will reasonably accommodate applicants so they can participate in the application process unless doing so would create an undue hardship to Hannover Re, or a threat to these individuals, others in the workplace or the company as a whole. To request an accommodation, email HRLUS-personnel@hannover-re.com. Please allow for 24 hours to process your request.

We will accept applications until a candidate has been identified and selected to fill this position.


Nearest Major Market: Orlando

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