Title: Senior Underwriting Specialist - Life Sciences (Remote/Hybrid) Location: West Coast, Northwest, US Job Description: The Hanover Life Science Underwriting Department is seeking a highly skilled, results-oriented Senior Underwriting Specialist Life Sciences to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a collaborative, sales-driven professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. At The Hanover, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued. We actively seek top talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization and fuels innovation. Recognizing the changing nature of work, we offer flexible arrangements. While preference is given to candidates based in the Pacific Northwest or West Coast Region (CA, ID, OR, AZ, CO, WA, UT, TX), we welcome applicants nationwide. This position may be hybrid or fully remote; however, regular business travel within the assigned region or territory is required. Position Overview: We are seeking a Life Sciences Underwriter to join our underwriting team. In this role, you will help drive growth by underwriting new and renewal business for life sciences accounts of varying sizes and complexities. You will also build and maintain strong relationships with agency partners and collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional service. The designated job title and level will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and professional experience (Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist). This is a full-time, exempt role. In This Role, You Will: Underwrite new and renewal business for life sciences accounts across multiple lines of coverage including products, professional, and cyber. Assess risk and make sound underwriting decisions in accordance with company guidelines. Document underwriting decisions in internal systems. Communicate coverage options, advantages, and recommendations during the quoting process. Identify opportunities for account rounding and cross-selling additional products. Work closely with underwriting assistants and other team members to ensure efficient workflow. Maintain proactive communication with agents to foster trust and confidence. Collaborate with colleagues to address complex issues and support overall agency management. Make marketing and business development agency calls both in person and on-line. What You Need To Apply: Minimum of 5 years of underwriting experience in small or middle market Life Sciences. Experience with Professional Lines, Cyber, and Products Liability is highly desired. Strong knowledge of property and casualty coverages and underwriting principles. Ability to evaluate risk and make informed decisions. Sales-oriented mindset with the ability to negotiate and close accounts. Excellent relationship-building and communication skills. High level of responsiveness and commitment to delivering outstanding service.

Symetra’s Individual Life Division is seeking a collaborative and results‑driven Manager, Life Underwriting to lead a team supporting our National Marketing Organization (NMO) partners. This role is ideal for an experienced underwriting leader who is passionate about people development, customer experience, and business growth—especially within digital and modern underwriting environments. About the role As Manager of Life Underwriting, you will lead and develop a team of underwriters supporting core life insurance products, including Symetra’s award‑winning Swift Digital application process. You’ll balance technical expertise with people leadership, ensuring profitable growth, strong partner relationships, and a high‑quality customer experience. What you will do - Lead and develop underwriters - Hire, train, coach, and develop a high‑performing underwriting team. - Serve as an escalation and referral resource, applying advanced underwriting judgment and authority. - Provide regular feedback, coaching, and performance guidance to support individual and team growth. - Drive underwriting quality and results - Analyze underwriting data, key metrics, and business trends to identify improvement opportunities. - Recommend and implement action plans that support profitable, compliant, and customer‑focused outcomes. - Review complex cases and recommend appropriate coverage, pricing, and alternatives. - Build strong partnerships - Develop trusted relationships with brokers, NMOs, and internal partners. - Collaborate across teams to support business development, retention, and service excellence. - Ensure compliance and consistency - Maintain adherence to regulatory requirements, underwriting guidelines, and internal standards. - Conduct audits, reviews, and quality checks to ensure accuracy and consistency. Why Work at Symetra Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra: “We're big enough to make an impact on the country, but small enough to care and know who you are and what you're contributing to the organization. All new ideas are welcome!” - Stephanie F., VP Customer Service & Operations “I truly believe there’s something for everyone at Symetra. No matter what your passion is, if you enjoy being part of something bigger than yourself and want to make a meaningful difference, this is the place for you. We’re more than just an insurance company—we’re a community with purpose.” - Joanne S., AVP Compliance What we offer you Benefits and Perks We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home. - Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements - Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6% - Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays - Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching - Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview Compensation Salary Range: $106,400 - $177,300 plus eligibility for annual bonus program Who You Are - 6+ years of Life underwriting experience. - Prior leadership or team‑lead experience guiding professionals through complex, customer‑focused work preferred. - Strong underwriting judgment, analytical skills, and attention to detail. - Passionate about coaching, mentoring, and developing people. - Organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. - Clear, confident communicator who builds trust and collaborates effectively. - Willingness and ability to travel periodically for business needs and leadership development activities. - College degree preferred, high school diploma required. Travel: Required Training & Professional Development All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra’s corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses. Reasonable Accommodations Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetra’s HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies. We empower inclusion At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here. Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers Work Authorization Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company. Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements: As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection: - Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband." - Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL. - Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up. When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above. Identity Verification Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity. Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in: - Disqualification from the recruitment process - Withdrawal of a job offer - Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered

Role Description At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together. - Maintains and grows a profitable portfolio of new and renewal small business within assigned territory and underwriting authority, aligned with EMC’s Small Business Underwriting strategy. - Applies advanced underwriting judgment and expertise in coverage forms, rating plans, and underwriting guidelines to effectively select, evaluate, and price individual risks. - Ensures pricing adequacy through accurate classification and data‑driven decision‑making while proactively managing portfolio performance. - Prioritizes and manages workload to balance quality, efficiency, and responsiveness, consistently meeting service level agreements while supporting business objectives and agency needs. - Builds and sustains agency relationships across assigned territory, prioritizing high‑potential small business agencies to support profitable growth and market objectives. - Delivers responsive, consultative customer experiences, striving to exceed established service level expectations. - Collaborates closely with sales and cross‑functional business partners to ensure aligned communication, consistent service delivery, and effective execution of agency strategies. - Proactively engages assigned agencies to identify and develop new business opportunities, provide meaningful training support, and deepen long‑term, productive partnerships. - Advances underwriting proficiency by remaining current on best practices, coverage forms, rating plans, and guidelines, while engaging in industry‑specific training to deepen insight into the small business marketplace. - Serves as a technical resource to small business team members, sharing knowledge and supporting consistent, high‑quality underwriting practices. - Engages in agency planning and review activities in partnership with sales and business unit partners, monitoring agent performance and providing strategic, actionable feedback to support achievement of annual objectives. - Monitors agency input and industry developments to generate market‑informed insights, influencing coverage and underwriting recommendations through partnership with underwriting leadership and cross‑functional teams. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience. - Three years of experience in commercial lines underwriting or related experience. - Insurance designations, such as CPCU or CIC preferred. Requirements - Strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiating skills. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions. - Excellent customer service skills. - Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently. - Ability to maintain high standards of professional competence. - Strong ability to effectively communicate products, procedures, business planning, and system information necessary to positively influence production within assigned territory. - Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media. - Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to speak in front of others. - Strong presentation skills preferred. - Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if driving. Benefits - The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following: $72,726 - $99,800 or $79,834 - $109,786. - A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs. - For information relating to the benefits EMC Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package, please visit www.emcins.com/careers.

Role Description At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together. - Maintains and grows a profitable portfolio of new and renewal small business within assigned territory and underwriting authority, aligned with EMC’s Small Business Underwriting Strategy. - Prioritizes and organizes workload to balance quality, efficiency, and responsiveness, ensuring service level agreements are met while supporting business and agency needs. - Applies knowledge and understanding of coverage forms, rating plans, and underwriting guidelines in the selection and pricing of individual risks. - Ensures adequate pricing through proper classification and makes data driven decisions in managing accounts. - Builds and maintains agency relationships across the territory, focusing on high‑potential small business agencies to support profitable growth and market objectives. - Delivers timely, high‑quality customer experiences, consistently meeting service commitments. - Collaborates with sales and other business units to ensure consistency of communications and service. - Actively engages assigned agencies to generate new business, provide essential training support, and build relationships. - Advances underwriting proficiency by staying current on best practices, coverage forms, rating plans, and guidelines, while engaging in industry‑specific training to build deeper insight into the small business marketplace. - Engages in agency planning and review activities alongside sales and business unit partners, monitoring assigned agents’ progress and providing actionable feedback to help achieve annual objectives. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree, preferably in insurance or business administration, or equivalent relevant experience. - One year of experience in commercial lines underwriting or related experience. - Insurance designations, such as CPCU, CIC, or AU preferred. Requirements - Strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiating skills. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions. - Strong customer service skills. - Ability to work effectively with others, as well as independently. - Ability to maintain high standards of professional competence. - Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and social media. - Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting deadlines. - Occasional travel; a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle report per company standards required if driving. Benefits - The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following: $60,813 - $84,038 or $67,200 - $92,395. - A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs. - For information relating to the benefits EMC Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package, please visit www.emcins.com/careers . Company Description Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination due to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, active military status, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All of our locations are tobacco free including in company vehicles.