Administrative Underwriter

Southern Farm Bureau Life Ins - Jackson, MS

Full-time - Mid Level

Jackson, MS

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Administrative Underwriter at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company plays a vital role in the New Business team, focusing on analyzing, classifying, and finalizing applications within non-medical retention limits. This position supports agents throughout the application process and ensures compliance with company and state regulations, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Verify and enforce all company and state rules and regulations that pertain to processing and finalizing life and annuity products.
• Determine the accuracy of the client record and policy record, and process requests for additional information needed to update these records for all new life and annuity applications.
• Evaluate non-medical applications.
• Complete the issue process on all applications.

Requirements

• Associate's degree and three years of comparable work experience (i.e. business or customer service related) OR five years of customer related experience (a combination of college education and work experience totaling five years).
• Basic knowledge of new business/underwriting operations preferred.
• Basic knowledge of SFB products preferred.
• Basic typing skills (25 wpm).
• Basic use of Microsoft Word.
• Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment to make quick decisions.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good multi-tasking abilities.
• Good analytical skills with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
• Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
• Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Active Lifestyle Rewards Program: Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
• Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
• Weight Management Programs: Customized weight management plans.
• Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
• Employee Engagement: Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Fun teambuilding activities.
• Annual events for employees and their families.
• Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
• Family Fun Night.
• Onsite Cafe: Convenient access to nutritious meals.
• Promoting healthy eating habits.
• Learning & Development: Continuous learning opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education.
• Mentorship Programs: Pairing employees with mentors.
• Professional growth and guidance.
• Promotional Opportunities: Advancement within the company.
• Career growth prospects.
• Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension: Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
• Retirement planning.
• Volunteer Days: Paid time off for volunteering.