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AVP, Senior Underwriting Specialist - Individual DI

Gen Re

Stamford, CT · Posted October 12, 2026

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The associate underwrites facultative risks commensurate with their experience, training and skills, by analyzing the medical, occupational and financial aspects of Individual Disability Income insurance prospects. Assist clients with their risk selection and time service needs while achieving the morbidity and profitability goals consistent with our business plan objective. Position Responsibilities include: Review facultative Individual Disability Income insurance risks and assess medical, occupational and financial aspects to determine the appropriate risk classification. Assume other workflow responsibilities as nee ded. Provide input regarding clients, underwriting standards and procedures to better market our services.Contribute to the department’s focus on innovation through idea sharing. Continuously pursue professional development.Keep abreast of all changes in medical advances, and actively participate in training seminars held in-house as well as outside courses designated by Manager. Client Contact and Industry Trends: Interact with clients, expanding our knowledge of what our client needs are, and the competitor services being offered. Become an expert in client company procedures, requirements and service needs. Provide client support and assistance within their specifications and guidelines. Strive to be a problem solver and advise management of potential problems or issues. Internal/External Contributions: Participate in committees and/or complete projects as needed. Support other areas of the company as needed. Critical results: Underwrite cases in a consistent manner utilizing appropriate client criteria and Gen Re standards in a manner that is consistent with Gen Re pricing, profit and morbidity objectives. Provide quality, timely customer service in order to help Gen Re become noteworthy and a leader in the area of underwriting service. Consistently provide outstanding underwriting service to enable Gen Re to attract and/or retain clients.