Senior Underwriter

Help us insure it Tokio Marine HCC is a global industry-leading specialty insurance group, backed by the strength and stability of the Tokio Marine Group. Offering over 100 classes of specialty insurance, we empower clients to pursue opportunities confidently through our “Mind Over Risk” philosophy. More than an insurance company, we are an organization built on innovation, unity, and trust. At our core, we are Always Advancing, driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit that keeps us moving forward. Our people are Experts in Tomorrow, using curiosity and smart working to anticipate what’s next. With a culture rooted in Reaching Out, we foster genuine collaboration and support, ensuring every individual has the opportunity to succeed and make a difference. Role Overview Makes underwriting recommendations and decisions to protect the financial assets of the company and the carrier. Reviews proposal requests to evaluate, classify, and rate each risk to determine acceptability, coverage, and pricing. Establishes, maintains, and develops producer relationships. Works with expanded underwriting authority and business development responsibility. Key Responsibilities Meet annual company goals for profitability, renewal retention, revenue growth, new business production and customer service standards. Evaluate risk acceptability within established guidelines and set appropriate rates and factor levels. Analyze proposed plan changes to acceptability and cost. Work in conjunction with the Sales department to follow-up on quoted cases. Communicate with third-party administrators, brokers, and other external parties to collaborate on strategy, answer questions, explain decisions, deal with issues, build and maintain productive relationships, and respond appropriately and in a timely manner to service requests. Work collaboratively with management, internal departments, and other parties as necessary to respond to customer needs and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Complete requests for proposals (RFPs) promptly and follow-up for status and competitive information. Train and mentor Underwriters, and other internal and external personnel as assigned. Ability to travel to visit external and internal for growth and business development as needed. Ability to successfully participate in and complete projects and other activities as assigned. Ability and ambition to participate in leadership and growth programs when assigned/nominated What You Bring 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, a related field, or the equivalent education and/or experience Prefer work towards Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), Fellow of the Life Management Institute (FLMI), or Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) certification(s) 5 Years relevant and progressive professional experience Demonstrated expertise, knowledge, and proficiency in Medical Stop Loss Underwriting. Demonstrates strategic thinking, anticipation, proactivity, and relationship building skills. Ability to read and interpret documents such as plan of benefits, bid specifications, claim reports, and procedural manuals. Possess and have ability to apply knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures. Solid written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy. Strong critical thinking and negotiating skills. Advanced organization and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively under time pressure. Knowledge of insurance industry and Company's business. Intermediate proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office package (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.). Collaboration skills and ability to work in a highly team-oriented environment. Adaptability and willingness to learn. Strong organizational skillset. Preferred: previous knowledge and experience using Young Consulting’s ESLOffice or equivalent. Preferred: basic knowledge of medical terminology. Additional Working Conditions and Physical Demands Overtime hours may be required to fulfill job responsibilities May be required to remain stationary for extended periods of time May be required to move up to 10 pounds Must be able to operate a computer and other devices Close vision and ability to adjust focus, such as required to read a computer screen occasional travel up to 10% of the time What We Offer Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package Strong learning culture with ongoing development opportunities Opportunities for growth and career advancement Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, with eligibility beginning on your first day of employment Basic life and disability insurance 401(k) plan with 6% company match 20 days of PTO, two floating holidays, approximately 11 paid holidays, and volunteer time off Paid parental leave Access to our award-winning wellness program, including mental health services, fitness network membership, and a complimentary Headspace subscription Student loan matching program Employee discount program An opportunity to do meaningful work and love what you do The pay range for this position is $79,400-175,300 which includes geographic adjustments, where applicable. The pay range is the range THMCC, in good faith, believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The hired applicant will be offered pay within the entire range based on the candidate’s geographic location, qualifications, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e))(the “VCCLEA”), which restricts financial institutions and insurers such as TMHCC from employing individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where the hiring and employment of individuals is not restricted by the foregoing, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law such as the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.] As an insurance company, we comply with certain federal, state and local laws such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e)), which restricts our ability to employ individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where not restricted by law and for criminal history not covered by this law, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the Company is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction or challenge the accuracy of the background report. The Company will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, such as the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (18 USC § 1033(e))(the “VCCLEA”), which restricts financial institutions and insurers such as TMHCC from employing individuals with certain types of criminal convictions. Where the hiring and employment of individuals is not restricted by the foregoing, the Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history in compliance with applicable law such as the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.] About Us Tokio Marine HCC is a leading specialty insurance group with offices in the United States,the United Kingdom, Europe, and other exciting locations. With the strength and stability that comes from being a member of the Tokio Marine Group, and more than fifty years of growth, profitability, and stability, we offer important insurance products that most people don’t even know exist. Every policy we write is special, enabling our clients to do amazing things. For over 50 years, HCC Life Insurance Company, operating as Tokio Marine HCC – A&H Group, has been at the forefront of medical stop loss insurance. In addition to traditional stop loss, we offer captive and Taft-Hartley stop loss solutions, level funded stop loss, Organ & Tissue Transplant insurance and MedPlus insurance. Tokio Marine HCC – A&H Group is rated A++ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company and benefits from the financial stability of its parent company, Tokio Marine HCC. Applying our Mind Over Risk philosophy to writing insurance allows our customers to take on opportunity with confidence. That philosophy defines our way of thinking, unites us as a team, and differentiates us from our competitors. We are much more than just an insurance company; we are a good company. TMHCC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. #LI-CM3 #stoploss1