Group Underwriter II, Sr, or Consultant - Job Family (Atlanta GA or Richmond VA) - 33107

WellPoint is the nation's leading health benefits company serving the needs of approximately 28 million medical members nationwide. WellPoint is the nation's leading health benefits company. At WellPoint, we are dedicated to improving the lives of the people we serve and the health of our communities. WellPoint strives to be the most trusted choice for consumers and a leader in affordable quality care with an unyielding commitment to meeting the needs of our diverse customers. Bring your expertise to our innovative, performance-focused culture, and you will discover lasting rewards and the opportunity to take your career further than you can imagine.  Group Underwriter II, SR, or Consultant -  Job Family* this position will be filled in either Atlanta, GA or Richmond, VA The Group Underwriter will be responsible for determining acceptability of insurance risks and appropriate premium rates for large, complex renewal and prospect employer groups in accordance with Corporate Underwriting Guidelines and Authority Limits.Essential duties to include, but are not limited to: Calculates renewal rates for large complex cases based on thorough analysis of experience, location, demographics, etc. Determines & provides guidance to medical underwriters concerning the risk selection of applicants applying for individual health coverage. Coordinates with other departments to ensure accuracy & consistency of overall account reporting. Proposes rates and terms for group prospects, utilizing a combination of other carrier experience, demographic data and manual rates. Prepares or supervises the preparation of annual settlements, ERISA reports, rate projections, or benefit change increments or decrement. Performs post-sale reviews. Surveys existing product portfolios by market, monitors sales results, trends & needs, recommends product portfolio changes. Assists in establishing rating & administrative procedures. Participates in major multi-functional teams as underwriting representative. Assists in the technical development of underwriting associates, which may include monitoring reports & work flow to provide recommendations on productivity & efficiency improvements. Updates & monitors departmental processes & procedures in compliance with system, regulatory & business requirements. Communicates with sales, administration and claims to assess the rating and administrative impact or benefit and plan changes. Performs other duties as assigned.The ideal candidate will have:Bachelor's degree in related field required. Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in Underwriting, or equivalent required. CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred. Excellent analytical skills required. Strong PC capabilities required. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills required. Good planning and organizing skills required.

WellPoint is ranked No. 1 among health insurers on Fortune Magazine’s annual list of America’s Most Admired Companies and has been named as one of the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc Magazine. To learn more about our company please visit us at www.wellpoint.com.