Director of Underwriting

We're partnering with a mission-driven nonprofit organization that provides innovative business solutions tailored to the unique needs of faith-based organizations. They are currently seeking a Director of Underwriting to join their Health Solutions leadership team.

This is a critical strategic role responsible for driving underwriting excellence, managing risk, and delivering analytical insights that support sustainable, high-impact benefits programs for church plans and multi-employer trusts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the underwriting team and oversee the financial aspects of health and welfare benefits, including pricing, risk assessment, and liability management.

• Develop and implement data-driven underwriting strategies aligned with the organization's goals and client needs.

• Provide analytical support for strategic initiatives involving multi-employer trusts and church benefit plans through reporting, evaluation, and executive-level presentations.

• Analyze industry trends, demographics, claims data, enrollment patterns, and plan designs for both new and renewing groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or professional certification a plus.

• Minimum of 12 years of underwriting experience, including medical, dental, vision, LTD, and other group benefits.

• Deep expertise in group health insurance products, pricing methodologies, risk assessment, and benefits strategy.

• Proven leadership experience, with a track record of managing teams and guiding cross-functional initiatives.