Sr. Life Underwriter

About the role

With Farm Bureau Financial Services, our client/members can feel confident knowing their family, home, cars and other property are protected. We value a culture where integrity, teamwork, passion, service, leadership and accountability are at the heart of every decision we make and every action we take. We're proud of our more than 80-year commitment to protecting the livelihoods and futures of our client/members and creating an atmosphere where our employees thrive.

Responsibilities

• Total case management of all applications assigned
• Reviewing applications, examinations, laboratory and other test results, medical and financial records
• Determining suitability based on compliance with state and federal regulations
• Familiarity with Accelerated Underwriting and interpreting underwriting data is desirable
• Working independently, with support from assistants, and consulting with other underwriters, Medical Director, reinsurance companies and experts in other disciplines such as accounting and legal
• Adhering to department policies and procedures and complying with government regulations
• Training agency force in seminars and agency or statewide meetings (when applicable)

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent plus 5 years of life insurance experience preferred
• FLMI, FALU and CLU designation(s) preferred (or currently working towards)
• Current knowledge of industry trends and risk selection
• Familiarity with Windows and Microsoft Office software preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Life underwriting experience and/or a medical background
• Able to work from the office in West Des Moines, IA (hybrid home/office work schedule)

Qualifications

• Must be able to work from the office in West Des Moines, IA (hybrid home/office work schedule)

Skills

• Strong analytical thinking skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• High initiative and positive attitude
• Lifelong learning mindset

Benefits

• Enhanced 401K with a match
• Low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits
• Life and disability insurance options
• Paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time
• Onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs
• Daycare center
• Cafeteria
• Hybrid work arrangements considered for many positions

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is not specified in the job posting.