Underwriter Business Analyst I

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey empowers our members to achieve their best health. For over 90 years, we have been New Jersey’s health solutions leader driving innovations that improve health care quality, affordability, and member experience.

About the Role

Under direct supervision, support for assigned new and renewal accounts. This includes collecting data, account setup, rating, producing quotes and binders, issuing policies and endorsements. Proactively assist in ensuring the underwriting process is handled efficiently and accurately. Provide Underwriters with required reports and analysis. This is an entry-level position responsible for completing routine assignments while developing foundational skills and gaining experience in analysis and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational product development for Stop Loss, Individual, Jumbo, Public and National Market Lines, ensuring accurate, timely policy service.
• Coordinate underwriters and internal partners to resolve service needs, answer questions, and support workflow execution.
• Identify issues early, work with underwriting partners to resolve them, and escalate when appropriate.
• Interpret data and set up accounts in appropriate system(s) ensuring accuracy, often working directly with the underwriter.
• Monitor underwriting funnel performance, including renewals, quote volume, and identify and communicate the drivers behind observed trends.
• Prepare underwriter ERISA files using underwriting software (STEPWISE) to provide pricing data.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in an operational role.
• Basic understanding of the healthcare industry preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications (Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated teamwork, analytical thinking, and interpersonal skills.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to clearly explain complex analytical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Customer-focused mindset with a consultative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision).
• Retirement Plans.
• Generous PTO.
• Incentive Plans.
• Wellness Programs.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Pay

Salary Range: $56,200 - $75,285. This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity.

Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, or Delaware.