[Remote] Stop Loss Underwriter - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals. They are seeking a Stop Loss Underwriter responsible for risk-based underwriting of new and existing accounts, focusing on achieving profit, persistency, and growth goals through financial analysis. Responsibilities Determine level of risk based on established guidelines Analyze information on past claim history and other standard criteria Determine needed rate level using multiple tools, including a medical evaluation of ongoing large claimant concerns Develop and determine appropriate aggregate factors Release final rates and factors Accountable for profitability and all risk-based decisions Block Management: Manage Performance of New and/or Existing Accounts for assigned territories in the following areas: Target final effective renewal rate increases Close ratio Case premium persistency Billed to manual ratio Quote turnaround time Provide competitive feedback on rates/factors and products to management Recommend improvements in underwriting and marketing strategies Participate in underwriting projects and cross training initiatives Daily interaction with agents, field staff, marketing reps and other underwriters to maintain consistency and support department workflow Build and maintain excellent client, rep, TPA and internal personnel relations Skills High School Diploma Required 1-2 years of Stop Loss risk based underwriting experience required Sound Knowledge of Stop Loss products/pricing Solid knowledge of the underwriting field and understanding of Employee Benefit Plans Strong analytical and technical skills Strong decision-making skills Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills Service and sales oriented Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong teamwork orientation Presentation skills Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Products Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience highly preferred Working towards HIA, MHP, or CEBS designation a plus Benefits 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 Company Overview Symetra is a financial service company that provides retirement, employee benefits, group life, and disability insurance. It was founded in 1957, and is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is