VP Individual Underwriting

Job no: 497664Work type: Full Time RegularLocation: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, WyomingCategories: Underwriting, Leadership, Remote WorkDirect, develop and maintain all Individual Underwriting activities, including United and Companion, to assure the accurate underwriting and processing of all new business, including both career (agency) and brokerage distribution channels and standard and impaired risk techniques.WHAT YOU’LL DO:Plan, staff, direct and control Individual Underwriting activities including overseeing all human resource management functions;determining the most effective staffing levels, scope of employee responsibility, budgeting for and controlling expenses. Performshort range planning for the Area and participate in long range planning for the Operation to facilitate the transition from apolicy-focused environment to a client-focused culture.Direct the work of the Underwriters who are responsible for controlling the underwriting Individual business within corporate guidelines. Ensure the proper selection of risks by providing support to the Brokerage and Division Office underwriters in the development of sound and effective underwriting policies and practices and establishment of control to ensure cases are processed within these requirements. Monitor the issuance process to ensure effective service is being provided.Direct the overall service of Life, H&A and New Business. Ensure policyowner, wholesaler, and general agent requests are beinghandled efficiently and within established quality and time service requirements. Ensure efficient administrative practices andstandards are in place and functioning effectively to contribute to repeat sales, wholesaler loyalty and high policyholder persistency. Maintain a current knowledge of new business trends and a proactive posture in the insurance industry with regard to existing and emerging technologies in systems and processes to identify and develop new service and new business approaches and methods.Ensure the effective management of risks with all reinsurance companies. Participate in negotiations with various reinsuranceorganizations to meet the Companies’ existing and projected business. Work closely with Risk Selection Director and CorporateActuarial on the development of the contract and financial arrangements.Direct various programs for the underwriting staff regarding the changing medical and surgical developments and their effects onmortality/morbidity. Make appropriate adjustments in underwriting policies, procedures and business plans.Work closely with service, sales, actuarial and Company Medical Directors to assure the use of coordinated practices andprocedures to leverage successes across the business units. Assist with product development, and maintain uniformity of standards for all underwriting functions and in contacts with other divisions including both Home Office and Field personnel.Develop new underwriting procedural manuals for the field and communicate changes/updates to the field offices, supplementaldistribution channels and internal department heads. Design training programs and underwriting seminars for both Division Offices and Brokerage Associates for routine training as well as continuing education seminars.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Home Office and Field management and outside contacts such as wholesalers, Third Party Marketers, reinsurers and policyholders to ensure support and attainment of are and Corporate goals and objectives. Inability to maintain these relationships could result in loss of significant business or reinsurance or damage to the Companies’ reputation.Serve as a member of various committees, task forces and special projects related to Underwriting and Risk Selection.This position requires extensive or prolonged typing/keyboarding.This position requires up to 25% travel, which may include flying and/or driving and some overnight stays.ABOUT YOU:You help promote a culture of diversity and inclusion within the department and the larger organization. You value different ideas and opinions. You listen courageously and remain curious in all that you do.You are able to work remotely and have access to high-speed internet.Extensive expertise in up to date standard and impaired risk Underwriting, both career and Brokerage Agent distribution, life and annuity, health and new business products, organizational philosophies and objectives.Thorough understanding of the nature of the Companies’ business, distribution systems, brokerage relationships, target markets, underwriting philosophies and methods, product design and development, regulatory measures, MIB program and industry-wide activities.Proven managerial and leadership skills with the demonstrated ability to operate within a demanding, high-risk environment.Strong planning, project management, analytical, negotiation, communication and human relations skills.VALUABLE EXPERIENCE:Brokerage experience.Reinsurance negotiations and relationships.WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:A diverse workplace where associates feel a sense of belongingAn organization that feels like a small, close-knit community and has the strength of a Fortune 500 companyTuition reimbursement, training and career developmentComprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and childcare needs.401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.Competitive pay with an opportunity for incentives for all associates.Flexible work schedules with a healthy amount of paid time off.For more information regarding available benefits, please visit ourSalary Range: $162,727 to $223,000Pay commensurate with experience.MUTUAL OF OMAHA:Mutual of Omaha serves more than 4.8 million individual product customers and 39,000 employer groups. Our legacy of stability creates an environment where every associate is encouraged to experiment, innovate and grow in their own unique career path.From day one, you’ll have the tools to be your best self at work. Here you’ll do meaningful work and your talents will have a positive impact on peoples’ lives as we help our customers protect what they care about and achieve their financial goals.Each associate is a unique contributor to creating a diverse, dynamic, thriving and inclusive workplace. We want you to become engaged … feel a sense of belonging … and contribute to the company’s exceptional future.Join forces with a company that can AMPLIFY YOUR STRENGTHS AND EMPOWER YOUR CAREER. CIRCAFor inquiries about the position or application process, contact our HR Helpline at 1-800-365-1405.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at 1-800-780-0304. We are available Monday through Friday 7 am to 4:30 pm CST we will reply within 24 hours.To All Recruitment Agencies: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. CIRCAAdvertised: Jul 6, 2021 10:00 AM Central Daylight TimeApplications close:Mutual of Omaha and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.