Transamerica has been helping people feel better about the future for more than 100 years, and we’re proud of the trust we’ve earned. We want to help people live better today and worry less about tomorrow. At Transamerica, we are a purpose driven team helping people live their best life. We are dedicated to inspiring people to improve not only their financial and personal well-being but the world around them. We empower our employees to also live their best life by promoting a sustainable work life balance in a highly collaborative team environment that promotes career growth and ongoing learning opportunities. We are excited about our current success and dedication to ongoing modernization which has brought state of the art digital tools to the underwriting process. If you are an ambitious team-oriented individual that can balance the interests of our people, our customers, our stakeholders, and the wider world then it is time for you to step up. That is why we are seeking experienced individual life underwriters to join our growing team where you will have the ability to work with a strong team that encourages growth, supports your ambitions, and makes it a priority for you to reach your professional goals. Job Description As a Transamerica Senior Underwriter, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective risk selection of cases reviewed. This position requires frequent interaction with Underwriting, New Business and distribution groups. Approval authority up to ($1,500,000 - $2,500,000) through all tables and all ages. Can evaluate up to $3,500,000.

Responsibilities

  • Proven competency at all job tasks and expectations of Underwriter and Intermediate Underwriter.
  • Influential with immediate team and other peer groups of Underwriters.
  • Shows initiative in daily tasks, does not need direction to be productive. Initiative also in assisting team and Underwriting Department.
  • Good sense of organization, who to go to, to get questions answered. Understands own role within the team and how their actions impact broader team and organizational success.
  • Shows willingness to question established practices and challenge others in a professional manner.
  • Continually looks for ways to improve upon processes. Willingness to volunteer to lead and execute department/functional project.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years life or health underwriting experience. 
  • Demonstrated skill in AWD or similar system, MS Office skills, risk assessment skills and strong platform skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Minimum of two LOMA classes, working toward FLMI designation. Have completed the AALU Certification, while working towards FALU.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize. 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills when working with different levels of both internal and external audiences.
  • Ability to meet high productivity demands for self and staff. 
  • Strong decision making and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and possibly work in remote setting with virtual environment and team.

Working Conditions

Remote work

We offer a competitive salary, great benefits (including a 401(k) plan with no vesting requirements, fully funded pension plan where the company contributes 5% of your base salary), remote work and many more benefits!

Compensation

**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from Colorado. Similar positions located outside of Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. **

Compensation

The salary for this position is generally $75K to 95K. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The range may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Rule 4.1.2.

Bonus Eligibility

This position is also typically eligible for Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company Discretion at 10%.

Our commitment to inclusion & diversity means that we value differences. We encourage the unique perspectives of individuals and are dedicated to creating a respectful and inclusive work environment.