74313BR
Job Description:
Performs underwriting analysis and risk assessment for new and/or renewal of large group contracts and accountings. Assigned cases/book of business include multiple product types, funding arrangements and/or rating methodologies.
Req#:
74313BR
Job Group:
Underwriting
Full or Part Time:
Full Time
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No
Percent of Travel Required:
0 - 10%
Posting Job Title:
Underwriting Consultant
Potential Telework Position:
Yes
Additional Locations:
MD-Linthicum
Primary Location (City, State):
MD-Linthicum
EEO Statement:
Aetna is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer
Resource Group:
1
Fundamental Components:
Prepares and delivers moderately complex new business quotes, existing business renewals and/or accountings. Complexity of work increases as technical skills progress.
Independently reviews work for accuracy and recommends pricing and/or accounting alternatives based on financial analysis, underwriting principals, and business strategy.
Anticipates questions and formulate responses.
Utilizes advanced functionality of underwriting tools, systems, and reference materials to produce accurate quotes, renewals and/or accountings.
Applies underwriting guidelines and grants underwriting exceptions/financial variances for their assigned cases within the authority limit for the position.
Independently assists sales personnel in explaining rate/fee, accounting balance development and communicating underwriting policy.
May present information to employers, brokers and consultants.
Produces timely and accurate customer specific documents, deliverables and accounting related information.
Ensures the pricing supports the quote/renewal strategy.
Assists department with projects or workgroups.
Identifies and supports process improvement through automation or process change.
Conducts audits on premiums, fees and claim wires to ensure all receivables are accurate and accounted for.
Tracks and approves customer allowances or MBE/WBE goals using compliance guidelines.
Assists less experienced underwriters in development of technical skills or specific subject matter.
Background Experience:
Experience working with standard Microsoft Office product.
Demonstrated success in collaborating with others to meet/exceed expectations.
Demonstrated ability to utilize analytical and independent thinking skills.
Demonstrated success prioritizing work and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
3-5 years’ experience in underwriting/accounting concepts, pricing methodologies and funding arrangements.
Experience providing clear and concise written and verbal communications.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Benefits Program:
Benefit eligibility may vary by position.
Candidate Privacy Information:
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Clinical Licensure Required:
N/A