Underwriting Rules & Data Sr Specialist

Summary:

Supports the Future of Underwriting vision primarily through the execution of rules within the UnderwriteMe rules engine.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the development and ongoing maintenance of an automated and auto-assisted decisioning (rules) program.  Collaborates with subject matter experts from medical and lay team to build rules and risk assessment capabilities.
• Performs quality testing and validation testing within the rules editor
• Incorporates digital health data (DHD) in risk selection rules and processes, including data sources such as pharmacy data, medical billing data, clinical lab results and electronic medical records.
• Proficiency in financial, medical, and lay underwriting assessments through targeted outputs for underwriting and underwriting support teams. All while delivering efficiency and quality that supports our policyowners and Field.
• Supports project work for Future of Underwriting vision enablement and implementation

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in math, statistics, actuarial science, finance, accounting, business or other related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in progressively responsible roles in underwriting, data analysis, innovation, or claims
• Underwriting experience is preferred
• Proven ability to form connections with individuals across and outside of the organization and to deliver results through others
• Strong organizational skills with experience in OneNote, Confluence, JIRA and Power BI
• Proficient in computer skills and using various software packages
• Focuses on specific details to spot and correct errors in advance of them being found and surpass quality expectations. Performs work with thorough proofreading for presentation, content, accuracy, and overall quality.

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:

$70,320.00

Pay Range - End:

$105,480.00

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:

$77,360.00 USD - $116,040.00 USD

Structure 115:

$80,880.00 USD - $121,320.00 USD

We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

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