Life Underwriter (100% Remote)

Contract Position - minimum of 4 months

Life Underwriter

Location: 100% Remote (U.S.)

Overview We are seeking experienced Life Underwriters to join a growing team in a fully remote capacity. This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in fully underwritten life insurance cases, medical record analysis, and risk classification.

This position offers an opportunity to work independently while contributing to a high-volume underwriting operation.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate life insurance applications to determine risk classification (standard and substandard)

Review medical records, APS (Attending Physician Statements), and prescription histories

Assess high-risk medications and combinations

Analyze adverse health information and determine underwriting outcomes

Order medical exams and follow up on required documentation

Interpret and apply MIB (Medical Information Bureau) codes

Identify off-label medication usage and its impact on underwriting decisions

Evaluate reinstatements, add-ons, and policy modifications

Maintain productivity standards, including reviewing high volume of cases

Apply medical terminology knowledge to underwriting decisions

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2-3 years of life underwriting experience

Experience with fully underwritten products (not automated underwriting)

Strong knowledge of:

Medical terminology

Prescription history analysis

Life insurance risk assessment

Signing authority of $100,000+

Proven ability to manage high case volumes efficiently

Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with tools such as Milliman or Intelliscript

Ability to review and interpret detailed medical records (APS)

Familiarity with Swiss Re or similar underwriting guidelines

Work Schedule

Standard shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Alternate shift: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Eligibility

Must be based in the U.S.

Candidates located in California or New York are not eligible

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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