Underwriting Risk Management Consultant

For our client, we are seeking a Underwriting Risk Management Consultant to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will focus on strengthening underwriting quality, supporting risk oversight, and helping ensure sound practices across mortality and morbidity-based products. The consultant will partner with claims, audit, and underwriting teams to evaluate findings, identify trends, and support training and process improvement efforts. This position also contributes to special projects and team coordination that help drive consistency, accuracy, and informed decision-making. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $125,000 – $135,000 annually Responsibilities Perform forensic review audits of underwriting work and guide team members Lead data collection for audits Consult with the Claims department on contestable claims Trend and report mortality and morbidity experience for insurance markets Assist with related research and quality initiatives as needed Lead team meetings and special projects Provide training for new team members Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a business field or equivalent experience Ten years of underwriting experience with mortality and morbidity-based products Four years of directly related auditing experience Thorough knowledge of underwriting practices and industry standards, including Sarbanes-Oxley Excellent communication skills to provide feedback and assist/train staff Attention to detail and analytical skills for quality reviews and data interpretation Benefits Competitive Pay Bonus for eligible employees Pension Plan 401(k) match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition reimbursement Disability insurance Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Employee discounts Career training and development opportunities Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually Ten paid holidays per year Holistic wellness program Parental leave for eligible employees Adoption assistance Employee assistance program Back-up care program PTO for volunteer hours Employee matching gifts program Inclusion and diversity programs Employee recognition program Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.