You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, check out our Candidate Guide. Individual contributor responsible for the overall management, business development, analysis and monitoring of a highly complex book of business of small Surety accounts. Recognized as a technical expert in an underwriting specialty. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority on assignments requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, industry segment or company-wide scope. JOB DESCRIPTION: Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Works on highly complex underwriting risks employing diagnostic and systematic analysis to assess acceptability. Develops specialized endorsement language for highly complex risk.
- Determines appropriate pricing of complex risks for assigned book of business based on financial and competitive analysis in line with compliance requirements and with little oversight needed from superiors.
- Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy.
- Analyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of highly complex risks underwritten; prepares and presents reports to management.
- Markets products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits.
- Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships with large producers within the assigned territory to reach positive and profitable outcomes on complex, high-risk business.
- Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May participate in industry trade groups.
- Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in the development of underwriting training.
- Utilizes advanced functionality in relevant CNA systems to perform day-to-day activities.
- Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations.
May perform additional duties as assigned. Reporting Relationship Manager or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities - Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.
- Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
- Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
- Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.
- Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
Education & Experience - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred.
- Typically a minimum eight years underwriting experience.
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