Senior Underwriting Director – Large Construction

CNA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA in Chicago seeks a senior underwriter to manage the most complex risks within a nationwide portfolio. You will collaborate with senior leadership to shape underwriting policy, pricing, and strategy while mentoring junior underwriters.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 10 years of underwriting experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office is essential, with professional designations preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; professional designations preferred.
• Typically a minimum ten years underwriting experience with proven track record of results.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to lead and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex underwriting work with senior management using advanced analysis.
• Determines pricing for the most complex risks for the assigned book in line with compliance.
• Develops and implements underwriting policy, marketing and business strategy.
• Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in training.
• Maintains agency/broker relationships with top customers to ensure profitable outcomes.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Professional designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CNA in Chicago seeks a senior underwriter to manage the most complex risks within a nationwide portfolio. You will collaborate with senior leadership to shape underwriting policy, pricing, and strategy while mentoring junior underwriters.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), 10 years of underwriting experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. Proficiency in MS Office is essential, with professional designations preferred.