Underwriter
Job Posting for Underwriter at Principal Financial Group
What You'll Do:
Daily Responsibilities Include:
We’re looking for an Underwriter to join our SBD Group Underwriting team. In this role, you’ll evaluate risks and underwrite standard group insurance cases of prospects, new case, amendments and renewals. We are looking for someone who consistently exercises sound judgment and has proven negotiation skills!
Daily Responsibilities Include:
Gather and review appropriate information for support functions to ensure all information is reasonable, complete, and accurate.- Analyze data, make corrections, and/or performs calculations.
- Assess risk/liability and calculate/negotiate rates on cases by analyzing industry, demographics, claim history, and plan design.
- Acts as a technical resource for some specialized processes by answering questions, assisting in recommending solutions and assisting other team members.
- Research and answer standard risk related questions, and provide information and recommendations to internal and external customers.
- Participates in special projects regarding operational issues, systems and/or processes. Assists with training of process changes.
Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. Our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years!
Who You Are:
- You have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- You have strong planning/organizational, problem-solving, analytical, time management, decision-making, and oral and written communication skills, as well as general math skills
- You are able to maintain accuracy while being detail oriented
- Ability to maintain confidentiality is required
Skills That Will Help You Stand Out
- 0 - 2 years underwriting or insurance experience preferred
- Computer skills and basic knowledge of business unit applications & products preferred
Location(s)
We are hiring for our Des Moines, IA office location. This role offers the ability for in-office and hybrid work arrangements. You’ll work with your leader to determine which option may align best based on several factors.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
Experience Principal
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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