At Equitable, our power is in our people.
We're individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here, you'll work with dynamic individuals, build your skills, and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?
The Underwriting Analyst, Employee Benefits will be responsible for risk assessment and decision-making for our existing block of business. This individual will work closely with the Distribution team to evaluate renewals and amendments/plan changes, all while keeping the Company’s financial objectives in mind. The Underwriting Analyst will also collaborate with other departments and vendor partners with underwriting-related issues and applicable best practices.
Key Job Responsibilities
Risk assessment and decision-making on renewals and amendmentsWork closely with the Distribution team to deliver timely renewals, keeping the Company's financial objectives in mindCollaborate with other departments and vendor partners with underwriting-related issues and applicable best practicesWork within Equitable's quoting platform and other rating tools to review and import census files, plan design features, and develop manual ratesExecute to key KPIs, including, pricing strategy targets, sales targets, persistency and TaT performance
The base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.
For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.
Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program
At Equitable, our power is in our people.
We're individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here, you'll work with dynamic individuals, build your skills, and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?
The Underwriting Analyst, Employee Benefits will be responsible for risk assessment and decision-making for our existing block of business. This individual will work closely with the Distribution team to evaluate renewals and amendments/plan changes, all while keeping the Company’s financial objectives in mind. The Underwriting Analyst will also collaborate with other departments and vendor partners with underwriting-related issues and applicable best practices.
Key Job Responsibilities
Risk assessment and decision-making on renewals and amendmentsWork closely with the Distribution team to deliver timely renewals, keeping the Company's financial objectives in mindCollaborate with other departments and vendor partners with underwriting-related issues and applicable best practicesWork within Equitable's quoting platform and other rating tools to review and import census files, plan design features, and develop manual ratesExecute to key KPIs, including, pricing strategy targets, sales targets, persistency and TaT performance
The base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $65,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.
For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.
Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or relevant hands on work experienceEstablished Customer Service skills and experiencePossesses a high level of reliability, responsibility and organizationStrong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsExcellent time managementProficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and OutlookPreferred Qualifications
Group Employee Benefits experience is preferred with familiarity of the following products - Life/ADD, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term DisabilitySkills
Data Integrity: Knowledge of objectives, terminologies, and approaches of data integrity; ability to ensure the accuracy and consistency of data in various business environments.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Project Administration: Knowledge of project administration best practices and ability to use organizational strategies, practices and tools for administering projects.
ABOUT EQUITABLE
At Equitable, we’re a team of over ten thousand strong; committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.
We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.
We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.
Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.
NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us atTalentAcquisition@equitable.com.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or relevant hands on work experienceEstablished Customer Service skills and experiencePossesses a high level of reliability, responsibility and organizationStrong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsExcellent time managementProficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and OutlookPreferred Qualifications
Group Employee Benefits experience is preferred with familiarity of the following products - Life/ADD, Dental, Vision, Short and Long Term DisabilitySkills
Data Integrity: Knowledge of objectives, terminologies, and approaches of data integrity; ability to ensure the accuracy and consistency of data in various business environments.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Project Administration: Knowledge of project administration best practices and ability to use organizational strategies, practices and tools for administering projects.
ABOUT EQUITABLE
At Equitable, we’re a team of over ten thousand strong; committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.
We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.
We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.
Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.
NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us atTalentAcquisition@equitable.com.