Employee Benefits Staff Underwriter

Employee Benefits Staff Underwriter

LAWLEY AGENCY, LLC

Buffalo, NY Job Details $45,000.00 - $85,830.25 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Volunteer time off Referral program Qualifications Microsoft Word Finance advising Economics Microsoft Outlook Presentation software Underwriting Financial reporting Bachelor's degree in business Mathematics Bachelor's degree in economics Financial analysis Bachelor's degree Decision making Bachelor's degree in accounting Bachelor's degree in mathematics Life & Health Insurance License Excel formulas Business Accounting Communication skills Entry level Under 1 year Excel data analysis Full Job Description Provide underwriting support to Benefit Consultants, Client Relationship Managers and Account Executives Coordinate provision of financial analysis, clinical analysis and reporting Perform underwriting, contribution and financial analysis reports Coordinate client reporting package and deliver clear and concise reporting on a timely basis Act as an internal financial consultant to Client Relationship Managers and Account Executives Other fun ctions of the job: Expand and grow in your role when supporting miscellaneous duties as requested Skills / traits that we value for this role: At least three months of experience in a similar or related position Life Accident & Health and designations preferred Excel proficiency is a must! Experience with advanced Excel functions desired Additional Computers skills desired include Word, Outlook & PowerPoint Bachelor's degree in Math, Economics, Accounting, Business or related field Operational background with a strong ability to prioritize, plan and problem solve in a team environment Demonstrated relationship building skills Capability to work quickly and efficiently Methodical, yet swift decision-making skills Ability to work well independently and on a team Incredible attention to detail and organizational skills Positive attitude, even in a fast-paced environment A passion to make customers and coworkers feel important and valued Precise verbal and written communication skills, even under time constraints A bit about Lawley! We are not a call center environment We achieve success by building genuine relationships together, with our teams and clients We are a family owned insurance broker (70+ years!) We are deeply committed to the communities we serve and love to get involved We work hard and play hard!!! Why Lawley? Competitive salary and referral bonuses! Expansive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision—and SO many more) 3 weeks of PTO (prorated based on start date) AND a generous holiday schedule - available 1st day! Company 401K contribution received starting Day 1 (for participants 21+ years old) Educational support, career development, and growth opportunities Job Security (we've never had a lay-off, even during the pandemic) Flexibility, including hybrid schedules! Business hours 8am-4:30pm Comfortable, family-oriented culture, with an emphasis on work life balance Unlimited Volunteer Time Off opportunities (so you can assist in serving our communities) Fulfilling opportunities that align with your career path and our business needs The compensation range for this position takes many factors into consideration including but not limited to: years of experience/training, skill set, and licenses/designations. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for a position as circumstances and location can vary in every hiring situation. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $45,000.00 to $85,830.25.