Director Health Plan Underwriting at Jobgether – United States

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director Health Plan Underwriting in United States.

This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape underwriting strategy within a dynamic healthcare and pharmacy benefits environment. You will oversee pricing, financial modeling, and proposal development while driving profitability and sustainable growth across multiple lines of business. Acting as a key advisor to senior leadership, you will influence high-impact decisions related to margin, risk, and contract structure. The position combines strategic oversight with hands-on team leadership, ensuring operational excellence and high-quality deliverables. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including client engagement, legal, and proposal units, to deliver competitive and accurate solutions. This is an ideal role for a seasoned underwriting professional eager to make a measurable impact in a fast-evolving market.

• Provide strategic direction and day-to-day leadership to underwriting teams, ensuring high-quality analysis and consistent delivery across all business lines
• Develop and execute pricing and margin strategies in collaboration with client engagement and leadership teams
• Oversee underwriting workflows, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and timely completion of all deliverables
• Lead the preparation and review of financial responses for RFPs, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives
• Partner with legal and client teams to validate contract terms, pricing structures, and financial assumptions
• Support contract negotiations and participate in client-facing discussions to articulate value propositions and financial strategies
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures, documentation practices, and bid tracking processes
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including staffing strategies, productivity metrics, and operational efficiencies

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 8 years of underwriting or related experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in underwriting methodologies, financial modeling, and pricing strategy development
• Advanced analytical skills, including the ability to apply mathematical concepts such as percentages, ratios, and financial projections
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex client or partner relationships
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Experience in pharmacy benefit management (PBM) or health plan underwriting is a strong advantage

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package ranging from $124,000 to $211,000 based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Performance-based incentives and bonus opportunities
• Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment supporting diversity and growth