Underwriting Consultant managing large accounts and determining acceptability of risk within CNA's Middle Market sector. Requires 3+ years of underwriting experience and expertise in commercial property and casualty insurance.
About the role
- Senior Production Underwriter evaluating and underwriting insurance policies for Great American Insurance. Collaborating with teams and clients while working in a hybrid schedule out of Cincinnati, OH or Windsor, CT.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates and underwrites new and renewal business in accordance with Company underwriting guidelines and risk appetite
- Analyzes risk data to make informed decisions on coverage, pricing, and terms
- Collaborates with actuaries, agents, brokers, and clients to obtain necessary information and clarify details
- Orders and evaluates additional reports and screens, such as motor vehicle reports, loss history reports, outside inspections, etc., to inform decisions
- Ensures proper documentation of underwriting decisions and compliance with state and federal insurance regulations
- Evaluates existing policies for potential renewal or modification
- Communicates underwriting decisions clearly and effectively to internal teams, agents, and brokers
- Stays updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and market conditions
- Develops and maintains effective business relationships with internal and external customers/coworkers, focusing on generating new business and retaining profitable business
- Interprets, explains, and promotes products and services to drive market growth
- Leverages advanced marketing techniques to interpret, explain, and promote the Company’s products to brokers and agents
- Duties may require travel to visit agents and/or attend conferences
- Monitors market trends and competition to identify opportunities for product enhancements and marketing strategies
- Organizes and participates in marketing initiatives, including presentations, industry events, and broker/agent meetings to showcase products and services
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Risk Management and Insurance, or a related field or equivalent experience
- Generally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in Underwriting or a related field
- Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Underwriting (AU), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC), Program in General Insurance (INS), Associate of Risk Management (ARM), or a marketing designation
- Familiarity with digital marketing strategies and tools is beneficial
- Strong property underwriting background preferred, but not required
- Familiar with moderately complex concepts, practices and procedures
- Maintains strong knowledge of company policies and industry laws and regulations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrates expert analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills
- Strong understanding of financial analysis and risk management.
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- wellness plans
- parental leave
- adoption assistance
- tuition reimbursement
- Paid Time Off and paid holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match
- employee stock purchase plan
- commuter benefits
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