Insurance Underwriter(health)

5 years

2 - 4 Lacs

Posted:1 week ago| Platform: SimplyHired logo

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review health insurance applications, supporting documents, and medical reports to evaluate eligibility and determine risk.
  • Analyze individual and group health risks to decide whether to approve or decline coverage or suggest modifications.
  • Collaborate with insurance carriers to finalize underwriting decisions and ensure compliance with guidelines.
  • Recommend appropriate coverage terms, exclusions, and premiums based on risk analysis.
  • Maintain accurate underwriting records and ensure timely processing of applications.
  • Communicate underwriting decisions clearly to internal teams and clients with rationale.
  • Stay updated with industry trends, medical cost trends, IRDAI regulations, and underwriting practices.
  • Assist the sales and operations team in resolving client queries related to underwriting and coverage eligibility.
  • Monitor and review renewals to assess claim history and adjust premiums or terms as needed.
  • Participate in audits, training programs, and development of underwriting tools and guidelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Healthcare, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2–5 years of experience in health insurance underwriting, preferably in a broker setup.
  • Strong knowledge of health insurance products, underwriting principles, and IRDAI guidelines.
  • Proficient in interpreting medical and diagnostic reports.
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with insurance software and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification in Health Insurance or Underwriting (e.g., LOMA, III, AHIP) is a plus.
  • Experience with group health policies and corporate accounts.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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+91 9971554263

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