Senior Manager, Stop Loss & Health Claims

Sun Life Financial, Inc.

$68K — $102K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of medical stop loss insurance or health insurance claims experience required
  • Previous management/leadership experience preferred
  • Proven leadership skills and deep industry expertise
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • In-depth knowledge of claims practices and state/federal laws
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency with claims management systems and Sun Life products

Responsibilities

  • Lead the evaluation, investigation, negotiation, and settlement of complex claims
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a high-performing claims team
  • Monitor workflow and implement efficiencies in claims processing
  • Collaborate with third-party administrators, brokers, and other partners
  • Enhance operational effectiveness and ensure timely claims processing

Benefits

  • Generous vacation and sick time
  • Market-leading paid family and parental leave
  • Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) employer match and employer-funded retirement account
  • Flexible, inclusive work environment supporting career growth
  • Recognition as a top employer and Great Place to Work® Certified
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work in the contiguous states plus AK.

The opportunity: The Senior Manager, Stop Loss and Health Claims leads our dynamic claims unit. In this critical role, you'll oversee complex claims operations, manage a high-performing team, and collaborate with key partners to drive our continued growth and excellence in customer service.

How you will contribute:

  • Lead Claims Operations: Direct the evaluation, investigation, negotiation, and settlement of complex claims, ensuring optimal balance between policyholder interests and company objectives.
  • Manage and Develop Staff: Supervise, mentor, and grow a talented claims team, overseeing work assignments, performance management, and professional development.
  • Optimize Processes: Monitor workflow, implement efficiencies, and ensure prompt, accurate claims processing to enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with Partners: Work closely with third-party administrators, brokers, agents, policyholders, vendors, and legal counsel to maintain Sun Life's strong reputation and drive business growth.


What you will bring with you:

  • Ability to work with a diverse range of people
  • 5+ years of medical stop loss insurance or health insurance claims experience required, previous management/leadership experience preferred
  • Proven leadership skills and deep industry expertise
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Experience in stakeholder management and customer-facing roles
  • In-depth knowledge of claims practices, state and federal laws
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to analyze and communicate complex data and trends
  • Proficiency with claims management systems and Sun Life products


Salary:

$68,200-$102,300

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We are dedicated to building teams with varied experiences, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that benefit our colleagues, clients, and the communities where we operate. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including generous vacation and sick time, market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave, medical coverage, company paid life and AD&D insurance, disability programs and a partially paid sabbatical program. Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options and an employer-funded retirement account. Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth. We're proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified in Canada and the U.S., we've also been recognized as a "Top 10" employer by the Boston Globe's "Top Places to Work" for two years in a row. Visit our website to learn more about our benefits and recognition within our communities.

Job Category:

Claims - Health & Dental

Posting End Date:

30/08/2026

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