Underwriting Manager, Commercial Mid-Market

CNA Insurance; Calgary; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking an Underwriting Manager for its Commercial Mid-Market team in Calgary. This leadership role involves managing an underwriting team, making key policy recommendations, and driving business strategies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least eight years of underwriting experience, coupled with strong leadership and analytical skills. Join CNA to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment focusing on professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; professional designations preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of underwriting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage an underwriting team and be accountable for business results.
• Lead and develop underwriting staff, including coaching and training.
• Make recommendations on underwriting policies and pricing strategies.
• Review and manage underwriting applications within the assigned book of business.
• Prepare and present operational reports to management.
• Drive regional and branch initiatives and business strategies.
• Market products and services through agencies or brokerage channels.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with agencies and brokers.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and provincial/territory issues.

Skills

Leadership and staff development skills

Advanced underwriting expertise

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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.

Job Title: Underwriting Manager - Commercial Mid-Market

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Job Description:

Manage an underwriting team and be accountable for business results through profitability, business development, analysis, and monitoring of a book of business within our Commercial Mid-Market team. Work under general management direction, requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. Responsibilities may include regional, industry segment, or company-wide scope.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop underwriting staff, including coaching and training.
• Make recommendations on underwriting policies and pricing strategies.
• Review and manage underwriting applications within the assigned book of business.
• Prepare and present operational reports to management.
• Drive regional and branch initiatives and business strategies.
• Market products and services through agencies or brokerage channels.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with agencies and brokers.
• Stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and provincial/territory issues.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Leadership and staff development skills.
• Advanced underwriting expertise and insurance knowledge.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to handle ambiguous situations and develop creative solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; professional designations preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of underwriting experience.

At CNA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. If you require accommodations during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources.