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Underwriting Analyst

2 months ago

Norwalk, Connecticut, United States Alera Group Full time
Job Description

Alera Group is a leading independent insurance and financial services firm that has been serving clients since 2017. Our network of local firms is powered by a unique model of collaboration, built on the belief that we are stronger together. We tap into our national community of problem solvers to deliver optimized benefits solutions to help grow and protect our clients' business.

The Norwalk, CT office is currently seeking an Underwriting Analyst to support the Employee Benefits team.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Work as an integral part of the client consulting team to provide expert analysis and interpretation of health care data.
  • Assist with budget projections and renewal analyses to help clients make informed decisions.
  • Pricing of benefit changes for health coverages utilizing experience and/or manual rating tools.
  • Assist with the carrier/vendor marketing process, including preparing the Request for Proposal and compiling the analysis of the responses.
  • Write reports and memoranda to describe analyses and make recommendations to clients.
  • Support preparation for client meetings and associated deliverables, including preparing templates and inserting supporting documentation.
  • Distribute financial dashboards with commentary around trends.
  • Work on ad hoc analysis reports and projects to provide valuable insights to clients.

Requirements:
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
  • Ability to produce accurate, detail-oriented work while working independently and in a team setting.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Positive and approachable attitude with strong interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Willingness to learn and desire to grow professionally in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
  • Proven problem-solving, analytical, and negotiation skills to drive results and achieve goals.
  • Proficiency with project management tools and software.
  • Ability to attend in-person meetings as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science.
  • 1-3 years of experience in group health underwriting, actuarial, or a related field.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining.

Alera Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.