CNA Insurance · 2 days ago
Underwriting Trainee - Surety
CNA Insurance is a leading surety company known for its expert underwriting and solid financial strength. They are seeking a Surety Underwriting Trainee to learn underwriting principles and standards while analyzing and evaluating business applications under guidance, with potential for promotion after successful completion of the program.
Responsibilities
Reviews bond applications and financial documentation to determine if the applicant is an acceptable risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards. Determines the need for additional evidence of financial standing and appropriate strategy
Instructor-led training, testing, self-study courses, web-based training and practical application with guidance through a formal mentoring program
Recommends risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situations
Prepares written communications on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations
May assist in marketing products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community. Develops and maintains positive agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes. May travel approximately 1 to 1 ½ days a week to agent locations shadowing more senior underwriters prospecting business
Performs other essential duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar program
Must possess excellent communication and analysis skills
Preferred
Prior work or internship experience in a related discipline (finance, credit, accounting) strongly preferred
Minor in Marketing or Communication Studies a plus
Benefits
CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.
Company
CNA Insurance
CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.88M2016-09-12Post Ipo Equity· $0.88M
1978-01-13IPO
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