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Senior Appeals Analyst

AT Prudential Financial
Prudential Financial

Senior Appeals Analyst

Remote

Job Classification:
Operations - Insurance Operations

At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision. When you join Prudential, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career - all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading financial services institutions!

Prudential's Group Insurance, Disability Claim Operation is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Appeals Analyst. This position is a dynamic role requiring the evaluation of disability claim appeals. In addition to managing a caseload of complex appeals, this position may offer the opportunity to identify trends to optimize the performance of the organization including providing feedback, initiating continuous improvement, and identifying training opportunities.

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The current employee work arrangement for this position is fully virtual. While this position does not require your on-site presence on a regular basis, depending on business preferences, there may be occasions where you are required to be on-site at a Prudential office.

What you can expect:

  • Manage assigned caseload of complex disability appeals.
  • Utilize specialty resources effectively to include internal and external clinical, vocational, and legal experts.
  • Demonstrate industry leading customer service internally and externally.
  • Administer and expertly apply contractual provisions.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills resulting in a well-balanced workflow.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment in the development of differentiated appeals plans leading to optimal outcomes.
  • Provides direct feedback to appropriate parties as required on claim handling.
  • Identify opportunities for improved claim management across the organization.

What you'll need:

  • 2-5 years' experience in Long Term Disability claims required.
  • Demonstrated superior customer service skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written correspondence skills.
  • Successful analytical and critical thinking skills required.
  • Demonstrated collaboration and ability to partner inter-departmentally.
  • Ability to work independently to manage difficult interactions.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Aptitude to learn and integrate new technology into workflow.

It'd be a plus if you had:

  • Experience with Short Term Disability and Life WOP claims is preferred.
  • Prior appeals experience preferred.
  • College degree preferred.

Prudential welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

At Prudential, you can:

Take charge of your career. We equip and empower our employees to expand their skills and experience by using powerful learning, gigs, and job opportunities. We offer a suite of services such as on demand resources and networking to propel your career forward.

We're a global organization, full of outstandingly dedicated people who aren't afraid to think differently, challenge the status quo and take sensible risks along the way. You will enjoy pushing boundaries as we build innovative technology that helps clients, customers and employees live their best lives. You will have access to leadership and learning opportunities and the resources needed to take your career in any direction. We will help you do your best work, offering flexibility, while delivering on our Purpose.

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What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $69,200.00 to $103,000.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.
  • Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.


  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.


  • 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).


  • Company-funded pension plan.


  • Wellness Programsincluding up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.


  • Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.


  • Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.


  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom.

Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com.

If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance.

Job ID: Prudential-R-119898
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Stock Purchase Program