Unum Group

Manager, Voluntary Benefits Claims

Unum Group • $75K — $142K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College degree preferred with 5-7 years of management experience
  • Strong leadership skills to guide teams and monitor performance
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Excellent relationship and communication skills for collaboration
  • Customer service orientation focused on continuous improvement
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Experience in change management and driving organizational change
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Support delivery of best-in-class customer experience for voluntary benefits
  • Manage leaders and individual contributors across multiple lines of business
  • Lead a diverse team in people management and performance development
  • Attract and build exceptional leadership qualities within the organization
  • Ensure accurate adjudication of claims according to established procedures
  • Establish collaborative partnerships with business leaders and project managers
  • Monitor departmental spending and identify operational efficiency opportunities
  • Champion a cultural shift towards customer-centric operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits including health, vision, and dental
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Performance-based incentive plans
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% and additional 4.5% contribution
Full Job Description
Job Posting End Date: October 15

General Summary:
This position provides leadership to professional level individuals and/or a staff of direct reports responsible for a team of employees that handle management of claims in a multi-disciplined environment. The incumbent will utilize business expertise and effective decision-making to implement strategic direction and guide their direct reports in delivering strong tactical management and initiative delivery.

This individual is responsible for supporting the delivery of complex strategic, transformational, and growth projects with the goal of achieving operational excellence and providing a superior experience for the customer. These projects typically involve alignment across multiple products, cross-brand leadership, cross-functional engagement, and/or digital transformation. This individual is expected to lead others in identifying and implementing change in support of the department's strategic goals.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
  • Responsible for supporting the delivery of best-in-class customer experience for voluntary benefits ensuring strong overall customer satisfaction results.
  • Manages leaders and/or individual contributors for multiple lines of business, products, and/or brands. Additional complexity and breadth contribute to the overall accountability of the job.
  • Leadership of a diverse team, including all aspects of people management, selection, training, resource capacity, job design, career development, coaching and performance management that creates a high-performance operating environment.
  • Attract, build, and strengthen exceptional leadership qualities at all levels of the organization.
  • Ensures quality and holds others accountable for accurate adjudication of assigned claims according to contract/plan provisions, established procedures, state regulations and appropriate risk management.
  • Perform file reviews and completes payment approvals per claim manual/practice protocols
  • Establish strong, effective, and collaborative partnerships with key business area leaders, project managers and subject matter experts to identify specific business opportunities or to address business needs or problems and help build effective solutions.
  • Monitor spending to ensure the department remains within budget while identifying opportunities to increase operational efficiency.
  • Monitor results and trends, address issues/concerns that could impact profitability; report concerns that extend beyond span of control; act or recommend solutions as appropriate.
  • Identify and implement ongoing customer service, productivity, and quality enhancements in a fast-paced environment. Coach and develop others to do the same.
  • Responsible for championing a cultural change towards a customer centric organization, focused on end-to-end customer experience, operational excellence, process management, and efficiency.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • May serve as back up for Director/VP during absences.


Supplemental Duties and Responsibilities (as assigned):
  • Tracks, measures, reports, and evaluates external partner performance against agreed standards ensuring to address all concerns timely.
  • Collaborates with external partners on training, workflow changes, and implementation.
  • Ensures external partner compliance with company and department policies.
  • Support the sales organization in acquiring and retaining business. Includes support in RFPs, participation in customer finalist presentations, broker education and training and the development of effective sales/marketing materials.


Job Specifications

Required
  • College degree preferred plus 5-7 years of increasingly responsible management experience
  • Proven demonstration of strong leadership skills, including ability to guide others in setting direction, monitoring performance, and initiating and communicating changes in direction as needed.
  • Proven ability to excel in a fast paced, changing, dynamic environment by applying change management practices to support and drive change throughout the organization.
  • Excellent relationship and communication skills with ability to influence, motivate, and collaborate with internal and external partners across all levels and geographic markets to achieve goals and maintain results.
  • Significant customer service orientation with a focus on continuous improvement to drive a best-in-class experience.
  • Excellent analytical, problem solving, time management and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to implement and drive change, including demonstrated experience and knowledge of change management principles
  • Proactively identify and advocate for areas of opportunity and implement solutions.
  • Ability to think conceptually, handle ambiguity, solve complex problems, and make thoughtful recommendations that will deliver tangible results. Proven track record of developing others to do the same.
  • Ability to travel approximately 20%


Preferred
  • Project management skills
  • Risk management experience.
  • Related professional designations
  • Claims experience, both product and system.
  • Knowledge of employee and voluntary benefits industry


Existing remote workers are eligible To apply

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The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.
$75,500.00-$142,700.00

Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.

Company:
Unum

About Unum Group

Since their founding in 1848, Unum has been known for breaking new ground in the business of benefits. Integrity, determination, innovation and leadership were at the core of their company 165 years ago, and they are just as relevant to their business today. Just as long-lasting has been their commitment to being there when people need us most, a simple but compelling philosophy that began before the Civil War during a time when investing in insurance to protect yourself from the financial effects of illness and injury was a radical idea. They persevered during the fledgling insurance landscape then, and we're equally committed today to educating consumers about the value of financial protection benefits. Take a look below at Unum and its predecessor companies throughout the years.

Unum Group Careers

Join the Unum Group team today and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. As a leading provider of financial protection benefits in the United States and the United Kingdom, Unum Group offers unparalleled job opportunities in a variety of professional fields.

Work You’ll Do

At Unum Group, you will contribute to a culture that supports the growth and development of its employees through targeted diversity training and robust career advancement opportunities. Our team is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member’s skills and ideas are valued.

Explore Professional Growth

Unum Group is not just a company; it's a place where you can shape your future. Whether you're looking for an internship, ready to lead at the managerial level, or anywhere in between, Unum has a position that will match your skills and ambitions. We are dedicated to fostering leadership and innovation at every level of our organization.

Join Our Dynamic Team

Our team at Unum Group thrives on collaboration and the free exchange of ideas. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and we strive to create a workplace where all employees can achieve their professional goals. With a focus on continuous improvement and employee empowerment, Unum offers a dynamic work environment designed to develop top-tier professionals.

Benefits and Culture

Unum Group is committed to offering competitive benefits that enhance the lives of our employees and their families. From health and wellness to financial and retirement planning, our benefits are designed to promote a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside of work. Our culture emphasizes work-life balance, community involvement, and the well-being of our employees.

Career Development Opportunities

Invest in your future with Unum Group’s comprehensive career development programs. From professional development workshops to leadership training, we provide the tools and resources necessary for personal and professional growth. Our commitment to career development ensures that our employees are well-equipped to meet the challenges of today’s job market.

Innovative Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract the best talent. From the initial resume submission to the final interview, each step is an opportunity to showcase your unique abilities and learn more about the Unum culture. We value straightforward communication and transparency, ensuring that all candidates understand what it takes to be a part of our team.

Networking and Community

At Unum Group, networking doesn’t end with the job interview. We encourage our employees to continue building professional relationships and sharing insights through our internal networking platforms. This connectivity allows for ongoing professional development and community building across the company.

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Size
10,100 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$793 million
Founded
1848
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$13.1 billion
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