Project Leadership: Manage end-to-end renewal initiatives, including ongoing renewal review and change processes, lead sales and underwriting to executive directed outcomes, develop and support process improvements, and apply organizational-driven changes
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with leadership, underwriting, clinical, Rx, sales, and account management teams to gather requirements, strategize on outcomes, and finalize deliverables; facilitate departments adherence and support of timely corporate initiatives, related stop loss renewal processes
Risk Assessment: Analyze risk factors associated with renewal outcomes, develop strategies to mitigate potential losses and issues, and provide financial recommendations to foster retention and compliance
Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to continually improve and streamline the renewal workflow, enhance efficiency, and ensure adherence to company guidelines and policies
Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on renewal progress, challenges, and outcomes
Training and Support: Facilitate training sessions and develop documentation to support the implementation of improved renewal processes or systems

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or a related field desirable
Industry Experience: 5+ years underwriting in medical stop loss underwriting in renewal operations, and also 2+ years project management experience
Underwriting Knowledge: Strong understanding of medical stop loss underwriting principles, risk assessment techniques, and stop loss products
Required Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft program suite with special focus on excel and access database/underwriting systems, and applied project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Jira, Asana)
Analytical Abilities: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex renewal scenarios and implement effective solutions
Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of effectively conveying information and direction to diverse audiences
Leadership Qualities: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple renewal-related initiatives simultaneously, and drive improvements to completion

Renewals Manager

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