Underwriting Consultant

## Underwriting Consultant**Rock Island,IL**Posted: 05/04/2026Employment Type:PermanentIndustry: InsuranceJob Number: 6929Pay Rate: 83000## Job Description****We strive to be Your Future, Your Solution to accelerate your career! Contact Nick Polutnik at , you can also schedule an appointment at to learn more about this opportunity!**** **Underwriting Consultant**This role involves reviewing and approving complex life insurance applications with a high level of independence. The position includes authority to make final decisions on large policies (up to $2,000,000) and to review cases referred by other underwriters. The role may also support projects such as audits, product development, training, systems, and claims.---### **Key Responsibilities*** Review medical and financial information to assess risk and make underwriting decisions based on guidelines* Approve or decline applications, including more complex or higher-value cases* Provide guidance and final decisions on cases referred by other underwriters* Respond to questions from agents on more complex cases* Work with medical directors when needed on difficult medical reviews* Build strong relationships with agents and partners* Help lead training sessions and share underwriting knowledge with the team* Meet team goals for quality, turnaround time, and productivity* Handle challenges professionally, including resolving conflicts and adapting to change* Understand how decisions impact other teams and processes**Additional Responsibilities (as needed):*** **Audits:** Review underwriting files to ensure accuracy and consistency* **Claims:** Assist in reviewing certain claims and provide input when needed* **Product Development:** Support new product efforts, including testing and feedback* **Systems:** Help develop or improve underwriting rules and processes* Participate in projects as an underwriting subject matter expert---### **Qualifications****Education & Experience:*** Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred* 10+ years of life insurance underwriting experience**Certifications:*** FALU designation required* LOMA certifications required (Customer Essentials, ACS, FLMI) **Salary:** $83,000 - $115,000 + bonus **Benefits:** Health, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer match, PTO and tuition reimbursement
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