Specialist, Filings

Property And Casualty Filing Specialist

If you're passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide's Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, "on your side" goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

It is our intention to fill this role in Des Moines. However, on occasion, applications from internal candidates working remotely who bring critical industry skills and relevant experience may be considered. This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Job Description

Before any of our products can be marketed or sold, they must first pass the scrutiny of regulators including the state departments of insurance. This is where our team excels! Our top performers think strategically, are detail oriented and build great relationships internally and with the regulatory agencies to ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of our Filings. If you thrive in a fast paced environment where your work really matters, work proactively and have a keen eye for detail, are a strong communicator and can balance multiple priorities and processes, we want to know more about you! As a Specialist, you'll prepare, research, help with and implement complex rate, rule and forms filings. You may backfill / support any filing types for any / all lines of business as needed and assist Underwriting and Pricing with the development of rate / rule manual pages. You'll have opportunities to participate on project teams and advise business sponsor of the filing compliance impact of planned actions.

Key Responsibilities :

Reviews state filing requirements to ensure filings are submitted according to department of insurance (DOI) requirements and internal corporate standards. Provides subject matter expertise to staff offices and regional field partners for special projects.

Provides ad hoc research and responds to records requests for DOI filings. Ensures internal documentation specific to DOI requirements and internal standards is up to date, comprehensible and consumable by unit staff and business partners.

Performs quality assurance and peer reviews. Analyzes and prepares regulatory filings in compliance with state regulations for submission to the respective state DOI. Analyzes insurance department inquiries; gathers input from other staff areas and offers solutions as needed to prepare responses in a timely manner. Analyzes, interprets and communicates changes in insurance laws and regulation as they affect state filings. Updates procedures when necessary.

Contributes to the unit's corporate success which is based on demonstrated contributions to overall project results so that project implementation schedules are on time. Communication updates will be provided to sponsoring product, pricing or compliance areas by providing regular status updates on larger projects.

Makes the best use of available filing tools and software to full effect in ensuring simplicity, transparency, audit trail and availability of information to business partners. Creates communications and maintains project data within tools. Seeks feedback from business partners and uses same for continuous improvement.

Provides technical expertise for special projects. Advises involved company offices / business partners regarding implementation of revision based on specific knowledge of the state regulatory structures and the current regulatory environment. Provides consultation and support relative to overall filing volume / complexity / risk in states of assignment and country-wide.

Meets with project teams and gives advice on overall filing strategy for complex filings. Participates in project meetings, analyzes project scope, reviews state specific rating manuals and determines if manual updates are needed.

Provides staff and field office operations personnel with tools to help understand bureau circulars and provides information on filing procedures / strategies. Drafts and distributes internal releases; informs affected departments of changes in rates, rules and forms filings; announces approval of filings with changes as appropriate. Monitors and communicates objections in a timely fashion, facilitates response to objections within time frames determined by the regulator.

Acts as lead trainer and is responsible for quality assurance of Filing Unit. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal business partners and DOI to discuss issues, needs and / or resolve problems as needed.

May perform other responsibilities as necessary.

Reporting Relationships : Reports to Manager.

Typical Skills and Experiences :

Education : Undergraduate studies with emphasis in mathematics or business preferred.

License / Certification / Designation : Completion of INS, AU or similar designations is preferred.

Experience : Minimum of five years of related experience in property and casualty insurance with four years of regulatory filing experience desired.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Proven knowledge of rate making and bureau rating systems. Property and casualty coverage knowledge. Knowledge of Excess and Surplus market. Knowledge of admitted vs. non-admitted compliance requirements. Ability to perform legal research. Ability to analyze state law changes and interpret needs to change rate / rules & forms to follow the new law. Advanced personal computer skills, e-mail and internet experience. Ability to communicate interpersonally with individuals and groups in person, via phone, e-mail, fax and letters. Negotiation skills. Mentoring skills.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager's leader and HR Business Partner.

Values : Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions :

Overtime Eligibility : Exempt (Not eligible)

Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Non-standard and / or extended hours as required.

ADA : The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits : We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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