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There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.
Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 3,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees.
Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!
Senior Underwriter – Employee Benefits
Location: Periodic in-office presence in any of one of our Northern, CA offices (roughly one day a week) is required for internal events, carrier meetings, and client meetings, as needed. Please refer to our EPIC office locations:https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/locations/
Department: Employee Benefits
Reporting To: Lead Underwriter
Travel: Travel may be required (approximately 5–15 trips per year; typically day trips or overnight)
SUMMARY
The Senior Underwriter is a senior-level role responsible for evaluating, analyzing, and managing complex employee benefits underwriting and financial analytics for EPIC clients. This position partners closely with consultants, producers, and client service teams to deliver strategic, data-driven solutions for level funded and self-funded benefit programs.
The Senior Underwriter leverages deep industry knowledge, advanced analytical skills, and strong carrier relationships to support client objectives. This role also provides mentorship and oversight to underwriting and analytical support staff and plays a key role in advancing EPIC’s value proposition.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
KEY COMPETENCIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
WORK LOCATION & FLEXIBILITY
This is a remote-first role. Daily job responsibilities may be performed from home. The Senior Underwriter is expected to attend in-person meetings and events as necessary, including but not limited to:
The national average salary for this role is 135,000 to $150,000 in base pay and exclusive of any bonuses or benefits. The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and communicate verbally. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to travel independently is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment is primarily a professional office or home-office setting. The noise level is typically moderate, and there is little to no exposure to physical risk.
WHY EPIC:
EPIC has over 60 offices and 3,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:
To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/.
EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms—whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.
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