Hybrid Underwriting Specialist - Risk & Pricing Leader

CNA Financial; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Financial in Chicago seeks an experienced underwriter to assess complex risks, price proposals, and guide agency relationships. You will work with senior underwriters on high-stakes cases and help protect profitability.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, negotiation, and knowledge of underwriting standards, with opportunity for leadership and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; professional designations preferred.
• 3–5 years underwriting experience recommended.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and determine risk acceptability per guidelines.
• Set pricing based on financial and competitive analysis.
• Prepare quotes and respond to inquiries from agencies and policyholders; escalate as needed.
• Notify agencies of underwriting decisions, rate appeals, and requirements.
• Analyze risk profitability and prepare management reports.
• Develop and maintain agency/broker relationships and market products.

Skills

Underwriting

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Professional designations

Tools

CNA systems

Job description

CNA Financial in Chicago seeks an experienced underwriter to assess complex risks, price proposals, and guide agency relationships. You will work with senior underwriters on high-stakes cases and help protect profitability.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, negotiation, and knowledge of underwriting standards, with opportunity for leadership and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environment.