[Remote] Life Underwriting Consultant

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Transamerica is a financial services company committed to helping people plan for their best life. They are seeking a Life Underwriting Consultant responsible for effective risk selection of reviewed cases, with approval authority for significant amounts and frequent interaction with various teams.ResponsibilitiesProven competency at all job tasks and expectations of Underwriter, Intermediate Underwriter and Senior UnderwriterDemonstrated leadership skills within team and underwriting departmentShows solid tactical planning and execution of underwriting objectives, both individually and team orientedShows ability to make complex decisions on cases and to be comfortable with them and able to defend themShows traits of continuous learning within the Underwriting professionMentor and provide consultative services to subordinatesContinually looks for ways to improve upon processes. Solid Lean knowledge, able to demonstrate business results of effortsAsks value-added questions for clarification, focused decision making and customer successSkillsA bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experienceA minimum of 6 years life or health underwriting experienceDemonstrated skill in AWD or similar system, MS Office skills, risk assessment skills, strong platform skills and strong financial analytical skillsAbility to multi-task and prioritizeExcellent verbal and written communication skills while working with different levels of both internal and external audiencesAbility to meet high productivity demands for self and staffStrong decision making and problem solving skillsAbility to work independently and possibly work in remote setting with virtual environment and teamBenefitsAnnual Bonus of 12.5% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.Competitive PayBonus for Eligible EmployeesPension Plan401k MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanTuition ReimbursementDisability InsuranceMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsCareer Training & Development OpportunitiesPaid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward DollarsParental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance ProgramBack-Up Care ProgramPTO for Volunteer HoursEmployee Matching Gifts ProgramEmployee Resource GroupsInclusion and Diversity ProgramsEmployee Recognition ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramsCompany OverviewTransamerica is a private holding company that provides services for various life insurance companies and investment firms. It is a sub-organization of Aegon. It was founded in 1904, and is headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.transamerica.com.Company H1B SponsorshipTransamerica has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2026, 39 in 2025, 33 in 2024, 25 in 2023, 52 in 2022, 42 in 2021, 46 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.