Lead Underwriter - Complex Risk & Strategic Pricing

01460 Continental Casualty Company; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Paid time off

Job summary

CNA in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage a book of business under technical direction. You will review applications, determine risk acceptability, set pricing, and prepare quotes for agencies and policyholders, escalating issues to management as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with 3–5 years underwriting experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently and with diverse partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; professional designations preferred.
• 3–5 years underwriting experience.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex risks.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and financial requirements for complex risks.
• Determine risk acceptability according to guidelines.
• Determine pricing based on financial and competitive analysis.
• Prepare quotes and respond to agencies and policyholders.
• Negotiate with agents for profitable outcomes.
• Maintain agency and broker relationships.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Communication skills

Negotiation

Independent work

Analytical skills

MS Office

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Professional designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CNA in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage a book of business under technical direction. You will review applications, determine risk acceptability, set pricing, and prepare quotes for agencies and policyholders, escalating issues to management as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with 3–5 years underwriting experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to work independently and with diverse partners.