Life Insurance Underwriter
Robert Half Finance & Accounting • New Haven, CT • Posted June 02, 2026
About the Role
Description
We’re seeking a detail-oriented Underwriter to join our growing team and help assess and manage individual life insurance risk. We need help guiding by our mission, we’ve donated $1.7B+ over the past decade to support communities, charitable causes, and those in need.
Key Responsibilities
+ Underwrite individual life insurance applications (typically up to $500K
+ Evaluate risk and determine approvals, declines, or rating adjustments
+ Assess medical impairments and special risk factors (e.g., occupation, travel, avocations)
+ Ensure equitable risk classification and minimize adverse selection
+ Communicate decisions and underwriting guidelines to internal teams and field partners
+ Respond to inquiries related to underwriting policies and procedures
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Understanding of federal and state insurance regulations
+ 2–5 years of life underwrit...
We’re seeking a detail-oriented Underwriter to join our growing team and help assess and manage individual life insurance risk. We need help guiding by our mission, we’ve donated $1.7B+ over the past decade to support communities, charitable causes, and those in need.
Key Responsibilities
+ Underwrite individual life insurance applications (typically up to $500K
+ Evaluate risk and determine approvals, declines, or rating adjustments
+ Assess medical impairments and special risk factors (e.g., occupation, travel, avocations)
+ Ensure equitable risk classification and minimize adverse selection
+ Communicate decisions and underwriting guidelines to internal teams and field partners
+ Respond to inquiries related to underwriting policies and procedures
Requirements
Qualifications
+ Understanding of federal and state insurance regulations
+ 2–5 years of life underwrit...