Underwriting Specialist(Commercial Middle Market P&C)

Company: CNA Insurance
Location: Southfield
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

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's Guide.CNA's Commercial Middle Markets team provides standard lines commercial property and casualty insurance products such as General Liability, Property, Inland Marine, Commercial Auto, Workers' Compensation, and Umbrella to businesses of all sizes. Our Middle Markets team underwrites a diverse mix of business and industry classes including Manufacturing, Professional Services, Financial Institutions, Real-estate, Distributors, Technology, Wholesale, and Retail. Typical account sizes range from $50,000 up to $1,000,000 and over in premium on a multi-line basis.Job SummaryThe Underwriter is responsible for using technical, sales and analytical skills to provide insurance solutions that help CNA's customers manage risk. The Underwriter will have a thorough understanding of CNA's strategies and appetites and will use internal and external data to make appropriate individual and portfolio risk decisions.JOB DESCRIPTION:Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms 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.Reporting RelationshipCommercial Director or aboveSkills, Knowledge and Abilities1. Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.2. Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.3. Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.4. Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.5. Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.6. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.7. Demonstrated leadership skills.Education and Experience1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred.2. Typically a minimum eight years underwriting experience. LI-ES1CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact .

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