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Sr. Life Underwriter

Selby Jennings West Des Moines, United States
Posted 3 days ago Hybrid Job Permanent USD100000 - USD120000 per year

Sr. Life Underwriter

Selby Jennings West Des Moines, United States

Are you an experienced life insurance underwriter looking to take the next step in your career? A respected and growing insurance organization is seeking a Senior Life Underwriter to join its team and play a key role in evaluating complex life insurance applications and delivering sound underwriting decisions.



What You'll Do

  • Underwrite individual life insurance applications within established authority limits.
  • Assess medical, financial, and non-medical risk factors to determine appropriate risk classifications.
  • Analyze complex cases and make recommendations that balance profitability and customer experience.
  • Collaborate with internal partners, agents, and medical professionals to gather information and resolve underwriting questions.
  • Ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for peers on challenging cases.


What We're Looking For

  • 7+ years of life insurance underwriting experience.
  • Strong knowledge of risk selection, medical underwriting, and life insurance products.
  • Proven ability to review and evaluate complex underwriting cases.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • FLMI, FALU, CLU, or progress toward industry designations preferred.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.


Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • High-impact underwriting role with meaningful decision-making authority.
  • Opportunity to work on complex and challenging cases.
  • Strong emphasis on professional development and career growth.
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.
  • Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and excellent work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work flexibility available for qualified candidates.



















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