Underwriting Operations Associate- A&H (Windsor, CT, US)

About the Team 
 
We are a strong, collaborative Operations team with a host of responsibilities that are integral to successfully supporting the Sales and Underwriting teams at Swiss Re.  No two days are alike as we navigate a fast-paced environment and adapt to ongoing changes. We work together as a team to help our teammates, train and mentor our new colleagues, and pursue constant improvement.

 

 

About the Role
 
This Operations position is responsible for performing Underwriting Associate (UA) and Contracts Associate (CA) job functions. These functions include coordinating, analyzing, and inputting data via received Requests for Proposals (RFP), analyzing and preparing contractual applications and policies for sold cases, and various other responsibilities. This opportunity provides reliable and motivated individuals with a detailed understanding of processing Stop Loss. 
 
In this role you will: 
•    Process submissions by applying internal software and guidelines, while meeting required turnaround times for both standard and rush requests 
•    Compile, sort and verify information received for completeness 
•    Apply the appropriate SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures) for each task as well as the department Guidelines & Expectations
•    Work alongside clients to collect missing data required to process the RFP and/or application for contract when necessary
•    Monitor submission status and follow-up on outstanding documents to finalize 
•    Collaborate with key partners including, but not limited to, Underwriting, Sales, Regulatory Operations and other departments as well as outside producers 
•    Participate in various projects and team meetings
•    Maintain and update SOP and reference guides as needed 
•    Assemble and revise contracts and contract riders for new and renewing client sales
•    Partner with compliance and finance teams for resolution of contract issues
•    Obtain and maintain Master Data Management (MDM) numbers and corresponding information
•    Review and ensure compliance with applicable state compliance and licensing regulations
 
The position will be location in our Windsor, CT office. This position requires working West Coast hours regardless of your office location to maintain alignment with our business operations (work day would start at 8:30am or 9am). Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectations is that you will be in the office three days per week on average. 
 
 
About You 
•    Associates degree or equivalent experience in a related field
•    Strong verbal, written, and analytical skills
•    Takes personal accountability and able to complete assigned work independently with high accuracy
•    Adept in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•    Competency in proofreading and reviewing work
•    Ability to maintain accurate records and files within a paperless environment
•    Self-starter with initiative in identifying areas of improvement to processes
•    Ideal candidates will be proficient in English
 
Additional Comments   
Peak seasonal periods may require overtime as well as flexibility with scheduled time off.
If learning new things excites you and you enjoy contributing to the success of a results-oriented team then we encourage you to apply today! 

 

The estimated base salary range for this position is $52,000 to $78,000.  The specific salary offered for this or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job location, scope of role, qualifications, complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent, experience, education, and employer budget.  
At Swiss Re, we take a "total compensation approach" when making compensation decisions. This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation.

 

Swiss Re AG offers reinsurance, insurance, and insurance linked financial market products. The Company offers automobile, liability, accident, engineering, marine, aviation, life, and health insurance. Swiss Re also manages fixed-income and equity investments for itself and other insurance companies.