StanCorp Financial Group
StanCorp Financial Group is hiring: Voluntary Benefits Underwriti...
StanCorp Financial Group - Portland, OR, United States, 97204
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The next part of your journey is right around the corner - with The Standard.
A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams across the nation, we've been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?
The Standard has completed the acquisition of the Employer[AM1] Voluntary Benefits business from Allstate. This deal enhances our competitive position in the market with a comprehensive offering of workplace benefits products and capabilities.
Job Summary
The Voluntary Benefits Underwriting Support Coordinator undergoes training with a mentor to learn the basics of underwriting of Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Hospital Indemnity. This includes understanding how to underwrite employer group coverage, determining eligibility based on application, product, state signed, etc., and utilizing all other applicable sources to make underwriting decisions.
•2+ years of relevant voluntary benefits underwriting or related field experience required.
•High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
•Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
•Willingness to learn and grow in the underwriting field.
•Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
•Adaptability and ability to adjust to changing processes.
Why Join The Standard?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
Salary Range:
21.27 - 28.25
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.
A genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others is the foundation for everything we do. With a customer-first mindset and an intentional focus on building strong teams across the nation, we've been able to uphold our legacy of financial stability while investing in new, innovative technologies that support the needs of our customers. Our high-performance culture focused on operational excellence thrives thanks to remarkable people united by compassion and a customer-first commitment. Are you ready to make a difference?
The Standard has completed the acquisition of the Employer[AM1] Voluntary Benefits business from Allstate. This deal enhances our competitive position in the market with a comprehensive offering of workplace benefits products and capabilities.
Job Summary
The Voluntary Benefits Underwriting Support Coordinator undergoes training with a mentor to learn the basics of underwriting of Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Hospital Indemnity. This includes understanding how to underwrite employer group coverage, determining eligibility based on application, product, state signed, etc., and utilizing all other applicable sources to make underwriting decisions.
- Maintain understanding of the basic framework of our processing systems to move work properly.
- Maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers through effective communication.
- Process and underwrite specialty products and projects as assigned.
- Make risk selection decisions in a quality, timely, and productive manner.
- Make underwriting decisions as assigned.
- Accurate documentation of group plan design, participation, and rating during annual group product anniversary renewal review
- Suggests business process improvements to gain efficiency within the role.
- Provides feedback at team meetings as well as contributes to learning topics as assigned
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively is a requirement of the role. *
•2+ years of relevant voluntary benefits underwriting or related field experience required.
•High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
•Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
•Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
•Willingness to learn and grow in the underwriting field.
•Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
•Adaptability and ability to adjust to changing processes.
Why Join The Standard?
We have built an enduring legacy of stability, financial strength and exceptional customer service through the contributions of the service-oriented people who choose to work at The Standard. To ensure we can attract and retain the best talent, when you join The Standard you can expect:
- A rich benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- An annual incentive bonus plan
- Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually - PTO increases with tenure
- A supportive, responsive management approach and opportunities for career growth and advancement
- Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance
- An employee giving program that double matches your donations to eligible nonprofits and schools
- Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.
Salary Range:
21.27 - 28.25
Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.
Standard Insurance Company, The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, Standard Retirement Services, Inc., StanCorp Equities, Inc. and StanCorp Investment Advisers, Inc., marketed as The Standard, are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status or any other condition protected by federal, state or local law. The Standard offers a drug and alcohol free work environment where possession, manufacture, transfer, offer, use of or being impaired by an illegal substance while on Standard property, or in other cases which the company believes might affect operations, safety or reputation of the company is prohibited. The Standard requires a criminal background investigation, employment, education and licensing verification as a condition of employment. All employees of The Standard must be bondable.