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# Jr. Life Claims Examiner at Ullico

- **Company:** Ullico
- **Location:** Bethesda, MD
- **Compensation:** $51k–$64k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-09-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-22
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ullico/60335329-164a-481b-bf61-943186dedd35

## Job description

Union Labor Life Insurance Company is actively recruiting an Jr. Claims Examiner for our Bethesda, MD office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Review and register all incoming claims on-line using the Group Administration claim system.  Request additional information as needed on incomplete claims forms. Forward claims to Life Claims Specialist for processing that are over dollar limit and/or assigned by benefit type.
- Research and correct missing or erroneous information reported on 1099's and B-Notices and the Paid and Pending reports. Update systems with the correct information.
- Assist Life Claims Specialist by filing source documents.
- Handle telephone inquiries, internal and external, for status questions and for questions regarding claims handled by this position.  Telephone calls, internal and/or external, may be recorded and retained electronically, specific to the department’s scope of services.
- Review and log all incoming mail. Prepare and maintain all file correspondence.
- Process Group Life claims - Life, Accidental Death, Dismemberment, Waivers and Survivor Income Claims using automated claims system.
- Bring claims to satisfactory conclusion to include verifying eligibility using various source documents reviewing policy provisions, initiating written and/or telephone inquiries to client.  Final determination of releasing claims benefit payment or denial letter is entered into the system.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Eighteen months’ administrative experience, preferably in an insurance environment.
- Familiarity with contract language and interpretation preferred.
- Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
- Must successfully demonstrate the ability to meet or exceed productivity and error ratio standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

For over 95 years, Ullico, the only labor-owned insurance and investment company, has been a proud partner of the labor movement. From insurance products for members, leaders and employers, to investments that have created thousands of union jobs, our customers continue to count on Ullico to protect them. The Ullico Inc. family of companies includes The Union Labor Life Insurance Company; Ullico Casualty Group, Inc.; Ullico Investment Company, Inc.; and Ullico Investment Advisors, Inc.  Visit [www.ullico.com](http://www.ullico.com).

We offer a competitive starting salary and an outstanding benefits package including:

- Health/Dental/Vision
- Pension
- 401K
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off

Ullico is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  This organization participates in E-Verify.

The job posting will expire or renew after 30 days.

## About Ullico

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Ullico is the only labor‑owned insurance and investment company, dedicated to protecting and growing the North American labor movement.
- **Entity Type**: Private (labor‑owned, not publicly traded)
- **Headquarters**: Washington, D.C., USA
- **Founded**: 1927
- **Founders**: Founded by the American Federation of Labor (AFL) and its then‑president Samuel Gompers, with involvement from Matthew Woll

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Insurance and investment services focused on the union and multiemployer benefit plan market
- **Target customers**: B2B – union‑sponsored benefit plans, public employee benefit plans, union leaders, and signatory employers
- **Mission statement**: “To protect and grow the North American Labor Movement” by providing financial security to union members and their families

## Products & Services
- **Life & Health Insurance (Union Labor Life Insurance Company)**: Group life, health, and disability insurance products designed for union‑sponsored and public employee benefit plans. Retained 97% of in‑force group life business in 2025 and covered over 1.2 million members.
- **Property & Casualty Insurance (Ullico Casualty Group)**: Tailored liability insurance for union leaders, multiemployer fund fiduciaries, and signatory employers, including workers’ compensation alternative dispute resolution programs.
- **Investment Services (Ullico Investment Advisors)**: Real estate debt (“J for Jobs” – over $22 billion in loan financings since 1977), infrastructure funds (Ullico Infrastructure Fund – $6.7 billion AUM), real estate equity (Ullico Value‑Add Real Estate Fund I), and fixed‑income strategies (UIA Investment Management – $1.8 billion AUM).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (labor‑owned private company)
- **Key Metric**: Pre‑tax operating earnings of $78 million in 2025; total assets under management of $13.4 billion (as of December 31, 2025)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Owned by unions and their members. Key partners include the AFL‑CIO, multiemployer pension funds, and public employee benefit plans. A.M. Best rating: A (Excellent) for Union Labor Life.
- **Growth Signals**: Record highs in gross written premium for life/health and property/casualty divisions in 2025; AUM increased by $1.2 billion; new real estate equity fund raised $184 million (targeting $250 million by June 2026); launched new products for 2026 and beyond.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Only labor‑owned insurance and investment company** – deep alignment with union values and a mission‑driven approach.
- **Over 95 years of experience** in the union marketplace, with a strong track record of serving multiemployer and public benefit plans.
- **High retention and financial strength** – 97% retention of in‑force group life business and an A (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best.
- **Proven job creation** – “J for Jobs” program has created nearly 350,000 union jobs and over 700 million working hours since inception.

## Strategic Focus
- **Protect and grow the labor movement** through new insurance and investment products tailored to union needs.
- **Expand investment services** – grow assets under management, especially in infrastructure and real estate equity, while maintaining a focus on union job creation.
- **Continue to deliver record financial performance** while investing in new initiatives for 2026 and beyond.
- **Strengthen community impact** – contributed over $1.8 million to nonprofit organizations and charitable causes in 2025.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven culture**: Employees contribute to the financial security of American workers and the labor movement.
- **Comprehensive benefits**: Health/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer match, pension plan, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, professional certification programs, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- **Work‑life balance**: The company states it “strives to provide a positive work‑life balance” and fosters camaraderie through social and sports activities.
- **Location**: Based in Washington, D.C. (1625 Eye Street, NW). The office is likely hybrid or in‑person; the careers page does not specify remote policy.
- **Stability and growth**: Over 95 years old with record financial strength, offering a stable environment with opportunities for growth.

## Sources
1. [Ullico Careers](https://www.ullico.com/about-ullico/careers/)
2. [Ullico Homepage](https://www.ullico.com/)
3. [Ullico About Page](https://www.ullico.com/about-ullico/)
4. [Ullico 2025 Annual Report](https://www.ullico.com/app/uploads/2026/05/UL_AnnualReport_2025_Web-2.pdf)
5. [Wikipedia – Ullico](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ullico)

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