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Senior Life Underwriter

TEKsystems
$95,000.00 - $110,000.00 / yr
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Des Moines
Feb 26, 2026
As a Sr. Life Underwriter II, you will be responsible for underwriting new business life insurance policies within established monetary authority guidelines, in accordance with company policy and in compliance with applicable government regulations. You will assess and classify risks using established underwriting principles and ensure alignment with actuarial expectations. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal partners, agents, and applicants. The ideal candidate is a seasoned underwriting professional with deep industry knowledge and a commitment to delivering highquality risk assessments. Key Responsibilities * Underwrite new business life insurance applications within assigned authority limits and company guidelines. * Apply risk classification principles consistently and accurately in alignment with actuarial expectations. * Review medical and financial information, attending physician statements, inspection reports, and additional underwriting evidence. * Ensure underwriting decisions comply with company policy as well as federal and state regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with agents and internal stakeholders to obtain necessary documentation and clarify underwriting requirements. * Provide expert-level guidance on complex or borderline cases. * Maintain strong working knowledge of underwriting practices, mortality trends, and industry changes. * Document underwriting decisions clearly and thoroughly. * Support continuous process improvements and training initiatives as needed. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. * 7+ years of Life Underwriting experience required. * Professional designations such as FLMI, FALU, and ASC preferred; candidates with demonstrated progress toward these certifications will also be considered. * Strong analytical and decisionmaking skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. * High attention to detail and ability to manage complex cases independently. * Ability to work effectively with crossfunctional teams. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Des Moines, IA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/yr. What We Offer You: When you're on our team, you get more than a great paycheck. You'll hear about career development and educational opportunities. We offer an enhanced 401K with a match, low-cost health, dental, and vision benefits, and life and disability insurance options. We also offer paid time off, including holidays and volunteer time, and teams who know how to have fun. Add to that an onsite wellness facility with fitness classes and programs, a daycare center, a cafeteria, and for many positions, even consideration for a hybrid work arrangement. Farm Bureau....where the grass really IS greener! Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Des Moines,IA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.