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Principal Underwriter - REMOTEJob Description

The Principal Underwriter is responsible for achieving profit, growth, service and expense objectives through the financial analysis and pricing of Prime's book of business. This position is responsible for developing recommendations for pricing terms; offering structure and risk analysis for highly complex and visible cases, primarily in the Health Plan markets that directly impact Prime's goals; profit drivers and the organization's financial value statement. This role serves as subject matter expert on concerns pertaining to underwriting, performance guarantees and other financial considerations.

Responsibilities

Evaluates the utilization and financial experience of customers and prospects; primarily focused on complex cases within the Health Plan marketplaceResearches, analyzes, develops and applies advanced knowledge of pricing strategies in the PBM industry; provides underwriting services to determine pricing and monitors accounts to ensure they remain on a profitable basisProvides support to Sales and Client Engagement, assisting in the development of client presentations and negotiations pertaining to pricing, and performance guaranteesConsults with other departments such as Legal and IT, and participates in meetings as required on issues that have financial implicationsPrepares materials and reports, and presents to Senior Leadership and Executive Leadership teamsActs as a primary source of financial truth in legal contracting of new and existing clients, ensuring detailed contract clauses match the underlying financials and do not put company at additional riskDevelops and maintains a strong positive working relationship with leadership in many areas, including Sales, Network Management, Trade Relations, and Client Engagement, as well as other key business owners within PrimeTrains and mentors less experienced team membersOther duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in mathematics, accounting, or related area of study, or equivalent combination of education and/or relevant work experience; HS diploma or GED is required8 years of related work experience in Finance or Accounting, including 3 years in the PBM industryMust be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship

Additional Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of mathematical applications used in underwriting function, including the ability to calculate figures such as discounts, proportions and percentages, as well as the ability to apply basic concepts of business mathematics and algebra in underwriting problemsAbility to effectively present information and respond to complex questions in front of Senior and Executive LeadershipWorks well under stressful situations with competing deadlines and goalsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong eye for detail and excellent retention of salient detailsAdvanced level of proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

5 years of finance experience in the PBM industry7 years as a Senior Underwriter or Benefits ConsultantProgressive leadership experience

Physical Demands

Constantly required to sit, use hands to handle or feel, talk and hearFrequently required to reach with hands and armsOccasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, and crouchOccasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 poundsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their job, and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.

Potential pay for this position ranges from $94,000.00 - $160,000.00 based on experience and skills.

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Prime Therapeutics LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage diverse candidates to apply, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class under federal, state, or local law.   

We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives including qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and any qualified applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in accordance with the law.

Prime Therapeutics LLC is a Tobacco-Free Workplace employer.

Positions will be posted for a minimum of five consecutive workdays.