Salt Lake City, Utah
Underwriter Job Opening in Salt Lake City, Utah - Analyst
Status: Full Time
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Advanced Analytics
Updated: May 3, 2017
Overview:
GBS Benefits, Inc. is the leader in experience, innovation and services when it comes to customizing the employee benefits offerings for our clients. Located in Salt Lake City, GBS Benefits has created a culture of respect, hard work and fun. When you love your job and the people around you, remarkable things can happen. We carry great excitement in our work, knowing that we have a tremendous positive impact on the larger scale. We partner with over 1,000 companies in building and protecting their dreams and visions. We invite you to investigate this job opportunity at GBS. This job description will not be all inclusive but is intended to give you a road map and an overview. Come make a difference with us!
Description:
The Analyst supports GBS consultants and brokers in delivering timely, accurate analytics and decision support information to over 100 of our large employer clients in a dynamic environment. This position is strategic to the success and focus of our mission to deliver unparalleled advice and service to our clients. Analytics drive our recommendations to lower employer cost trends, health improvement, risk management, and optimal plan performance. The successful candidate will work well in a team, tool-based, service-minded environment. Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and be driven to succeed. Actively assists brokers and consultants. Exhibits a high level of maturity and professionalism in all business interactions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Manages data, prepares quarterly reports, performs ad-hoc analysis
Estimates carrier renewal increases or decreases
Peer review utilization reports and support brokers in analysis and presentation to clients
Manages the information, data collection and communication regarding self-funded business and RFPs
Assists in the self-funded spread sheet quoting process as necessary
Understands and utilizes company specific software systems
Communicates with brokers and account managers regarding new and existing clients. Â
Possesses/acquires knowledge of the local healthcare marketplace, carriers, TPAs, PBMs.
Attends ancillary meetings as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Skills and Knowledge:
Bachelor's degree required, preferred emphasis in finance, accounting, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, epidemiology, computer science or other data-related fields
Strong ability to leverage industry knowledge, analytical thinking, and technical data skills to conduct analysis and respond to client questions
Experience with a PC and proficiency in MS Excel is required
Expert ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with decision makers within the company, external clients and peers
Strong relationship building skills, including the capacity to leverage cross-functional partnerships within and outside of the organization
Expert ability to work under demanding time constraints and expectations
Expert ability to work in a team setting and learn new skills quickly
Experience developing creative solutions in response to changing healthcare landscape
Proficient in prioritizing and handling multiple tasks throughout the day
Performance Expectations:
Attend ongoing department meetings and additional trainings as needed
Must display respect in the workplace and exhibit the ability to get along with diverse personalities
Must meet or exceed team and overall company expectations communicated from management
Working Conditions / Essential Functions:
This position enjoys the benefits and climate control of a quiet office environment. Employees are provided with ergonomically sound workspaces. Work is accomplished at a computer terminal either sitting or standing. Employees must access, input and retrieve information from the computer system. Comfort and efficiency are considered in employee workspaces. Daily work includes computer interfacing, data entry, communications (electronic and physical), movement throughout the office, attending meetings, etc.
Physical demands include the ability to lift and move objects (typically 0 - 10 lbs), visually monitor information/data on a computer screen.
The working environment described above provides a detailed representation of what employees might encounter in the workplace while performing the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
This job description is not designed to cover every scenario or an all-inclusive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other assigned duties may be added or expected from the company.
Job Type: Full-time
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