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Associate Underwriter

Symetra
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States
Jul 29, 2025
Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Associate Underwriter! About the role The Associate Underwriter - Group will develop knowledge of insurance medicine, underwriting principles, and Life & Disability insurance industry practices. The Associate Underwriter - Group will review Group life & Disability insurance Evidence of Insurability (EOI) applications and classify mortality risks in a sound, objective and consistent manner by applying company guidelines and philosophies. They will be responsible for Analyzing applications, Reviewing for compliance, data integrity, morbidity/mortality. They will be assessing/determining the risk of insuring a client, making decisions (Decide whether to accept an application), negotiating decision with client or broker/business partner, recording, keep detailed records of case specific notes, guidelines, reason for decision, collaborating work with other professionals to gather information, provide customer service or feedback/follow up and queue management trying to streamline personal work process to maintain/track SLA What you'll do in this role Develop a basic understanding of underwriting philosophies, documentation and techniques. Understand systems, and any associated medical conditions, as well as becoming familiar with commonly prescribed medications. Establish a baseline understanding of non-medical risks and their effects on risk evaluation. Communicate effectively with applicants, policyholders and Account Managers to explain underwriting decisions and provide current application status. Answer and appropriately resolve a proportionate share of customer requests. Review Evidence of Insurability applications and may underwrite standard and substandard risks within authorized limits of authority in accordance with department guidelines, including determining whether to accept or reject the application by evaluation of applicant's medical history, financial background, insurable interest and financial need. Benefits and Perks We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home. Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6% Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching Want more details? Check out ourSymetra Benefits Overviewopens a pdf file Compensation Hourly Salary Range: $26.30- $43.87 plus eligibility for annual bonus program Who you are Have a proven ability to quickly synthesize and adopt new concepts, with a strong attention to detail. Have Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills. Be a proactive communicator with effective written and interpersonal skills. Documented ability to sustain a high quality of work in a production-based environment. Have a High School diploma or equivalent experience required We empowerinclusion. At Symetra,we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the countrywe're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our effortshere. Creating a world where more people have access to financialfreedom. Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company. #LI-OR1 #LI-Remote