Job Title : Senior Underwriter – Disability Income Insurance
Location : Springfield, MA or Miami, FL (Hybrid)
Industry : Insurance / Risk Management
Employment Type : Full-Time
About the Role
A leading provider of specialized insurance solutions is seeking a Senior Underwriter to join its Disability Income Insurance division. This role focuses on underwriting policies for impaired risks—individuals with pre-existing medical conditions or those who have been declined by standard insurance markets. You'll be a key part of a nimble, high-impact team with the opportunity to influence product development and strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Underwrite complex individual disability income cases, particularly for impaired risk applicants
- Review and analyze APS, physician reports, lab results, and medication histories
- Approve or decline cases in a timely manner, applying clinical and financial judgment
- Manage a pipeline of approximately 100 active cases
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders on product development and competitive market analysis
- Contribute to special projects and strategic initiatives with senior leadership
- Foster strong, collaborative relationships with top producers and external partners
- Ensure compliance with underwriting policies, procedures, and data accuracy
- Participate in the design and enhancement of underwriting tools and capabilities
Ideal Candidate Profile
Bachelor's degree3–7 years of experience in disability underwriting (individual, not group)Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex medical and financial riskStrong working knowledge of underwriting manuals, APS interpretation, and the brokerage marketplaceHigh attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environmentExcellent communication skills, with a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindsetComfortable working independently and contributing to a small, agile teamTechnical Competencies
Underwriting impaired life and disability riskRisk assessment and case decisioningFamiliarity with competitive products and underwriting strategiesProject management and product development support experience preferred