This position plays a key role in the strategic direction of the company as a core member of the Underwriting Team. By excelling this role, Cigna's competitive position in the marketplace and reputation is enhanced therefore contributing to our overall growth.
To succeed in this role, the candidate should possess strong medical knowledge and analytical skills to make informed decisions in underwriting and claims. Additionally, the candidate should also proactively seek ways to improve the underwriting efficiency and able to embrace the modern underwriting approaches.
Job Description:
To conduct medical assessment on underwriting and claim cases accurately and consistently within agreed service levels, underwriting guidelines and underwriting authority thereby minimizing unfavorable exposure.
Within Cigna's underwriting philosophy obtain appropriate medical information to ensure accurate assessment of a risk.
To develop and maintain detailed product knowledge, technical underwriting knowledge and expertise. This will involve attending industry seminars, courses and workshops, obtaining and reading relevant literature, liaising with local networks and international peers and furthering education.
To maintain current knowledge of regulatory guidelines and to ensure compliance.
To maintain a high quality of effective and pro-active communication with key sales contacts and customers ensuring the smooth and correct flow of business.
To contribute to an efficient and effective underwriting service and providing assistance to the team whenever required.
To contribute to partner and customer satisfaction by answering enquiries in a prompt, accurate, appropriate and courteous manner.
To provide expertise with respect to medical profession to underwriting and claims team.
About The Cigna Group
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
