CNA Insurance · 2 days ago
Underwriter - Private/Non-Profit Management Liability Center
CNA Insurance is dedicated to fostering a culture where employees feel valued and can maximize their potential. The Underwriter will be responsible for underwriting risks in a renewal book of business for Private/Non-Profit Management Liability, utilizing company guidelines and analyzing various factors to determine risk acceptability.
Responsibilities
Reviews applications and financial requirements for risks requiring moderate technical underwriting skills. Determines acceptability of risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards
Recommends appropriate pricing and coverage modifications or enhancements for risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situations
Prepares quotes and answers questions from agencies, internal and external contacts and escalates issues as necessary
Prepares written communication on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations. Verbally notifies agents of decisions where appropriate in order to ensure clear understanding of the decision
Analyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of risks underwritten and prepares reports for management review
May assist in marketing products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits
Develops and maintains positive agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes
Keeps current on state/territory issues, regulations and trends
Works with more senior underwriters or management on risks exceeding authority level or requiring special handling
Develop proficiency in all relevant CNA systems. Also, may update the underwriting systems
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practices
Developing technical expertise and negotiation skills and product specific knowledge of Private/Non-Profit Management Liability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners
Ability to work independently
Strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems as well as the ability to learn rapidly, adapt quickly to change, and to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projects
Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound business decisions effectively
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software
Demonstrated leadership skills
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Completion of a formal underwriting training program or minimum one year underwriting experience
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.
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.88M2016-09-12Post Ipo Equity· $0.88M
1978-01-13IPO
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