[Remote] Underwriter, Group Benefits

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pacific Life is a company dedicated to providing for its policyholders' needs and ensuring a positive impact on the future. They are seeking a talented Group Underwriter to join their Workforce Benefits team, responsible for evaluating and selecting risk to ensure profitable business acquisition and retention. The role involves collaboration with distribution partners and internal teams to provide tailored products and plan options for clients.ResponsibilitiesEvaluate and select risk to ensure the profitable acquisition of new business and the continued profitable retention of in-force businessStrong ability to partner with our Distribution sales team, brokers and all internal partnersConsult with our distribution partners to provide the products and plan options that meets the needs of our clientsAdhere to underwriting procedures and guidelines, while developing strong sales Rep and producer relationshipsExhibit strong product knowledge, especially in Disability (as well as dental, vision, life, and supplemental health)Strong understanding of the sales, implementation and enrollment process and market trendsConduct high quality risk assessments across all case sizes to ensure business guidelines, target profit and metrics are metPossess the technical expertise to Identify and analyze risk trends and provide recommendations to addressCollaboration with product development, actuarial/pricing and sales distributionAssist with training, technical development and mentoringUnderstand the business drivers and foster a digital-first philosophySkillsBachelor's degree and 1-3+ years in the group benefits underwriting fieldComfortable learning and adopting new technologiesDemonstrates consistent proficiency at the Underwriter levelStrong problem solving and critical thinking/analytical reasoning skillsStrong communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple prioritiesAbility to work cross functionally; putting the customer firstExperience underwriting our core products: group life, dental, vision, and supplemental health products such as critical illness, hospital indemnity and accidentExperience working in a high volume, fast paced production environmentDental, vision, life supplemental health and disability product experienceBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionWellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependentsGenerous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time OffPaid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance ProgramCompetitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participationCompany OverviewPacific Life Insurance is an insurance company that provides life insurance products, annuities, and mutual funds. It was founded in 1868, and is headquartered in Newport Beach, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.pacificlife.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipPacific Life has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 14 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 16 in 2023, 19 in 2022, 14 in 2021, 17 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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