Senior Underwriting Representative

Location Designation: Remote 

When you join New York Life, you’re joining a company that values career development, collaboration, innovation, and inclusiveness. We want employees to feel proud about being part of a company that is committed to doing the right thing. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career while developing personally and professionally through various resources and programs. New York Life is a relationship-based company and appreciates how both virtual and in-person interactions support our culture.

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This role supports Group Life & Disability Underwriters through the processing and loading of census data that is used by Underwriters to create and establish rates. This role requires proficiency working with data files in Excel and strong analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews incoming census request/files for critical data elements needed for processing, scrubbing and prepares files for uploading into the Census Manipulator and applies appropriate occupation codes.
• Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of all census loading processes, guidelines, best practices, and use of associated software applications.
• Approaches daily deliverables with customer centric focus and sense of urgency, meeting tight deadlines (24 hrs).
• Actively works to build upon knowledge and experience gained on basic processes and apply those concepts to various types of files and levels of complexity.
• Builds and maintains effective relationships with matrix partners, interacting with Underwriters as necessary to acquire or confirm information to ensure case can be properly processed.
• Participates in committee and project work in addition to core production deliverables. 
• May cross train in other areas to help additional teams during peak times. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft office, with basic understanding of Advance Microsoft Excel.
• Proven analytical ability                                       
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Team Player, motivated, proactive, positive attitude
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team

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Salary range: $47,000 - $69,000 

Overtime eligible: Nonexempt 

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes 

Sales bonus eligible: No 

Click here to learn more about our benefits. Starting salary is dependent upon several factors including previous work experience, specific industry experience, and/or skills required.

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. We invite you to bring your talents to New York Life, so we can continue to help families and businesses “Be Good At Life.” To learn more, please visit LinkedIn, our Newsroom and the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.

Job Requisition ID: 88666