Underwriting Specialist overseeing underwriting risks for Small Commercial Business Unit. Managing portfolio and relationships to drive successful business outcomes across various insurance products.
Responsibilities
Responsible for underwriting risks in our Small Commercial Business Unit.
Reviews applications and financial requirements to determine acceptability of risk in accordance with CNA’s underwriting guidelines.
Prices risk based on underwriting analysis using pricing components and rating methodology.
Manages assigned portfolio to achieve gross written premium, profitability, rate, retention, product mix and new business goals.
Drives effective internal and external relationship management and customer activities to facilitate negotiation and secure commitment with the customer.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Professional designations preferred.
Typically, a minimum of three to five years of underwriting experience.
Advanced knowledge of underwriting and P&C insurance industry theories and practices.
Ability to work efficiently in a high paced environment where hard work is rewarded.
Demonstrated high level of technical expertise and product specific knowledge.
Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
Ability to work both independently and collaborate with others.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software.
Benefits
comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals
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