Senior Underwriting Specialist: Complex Risks & Strategy

CNA Insurance; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage a highly complex book of business and serve as a technical expert in underwriting specialties. The role involves pricing complex risks, developing endorsement language, and guiding policy strategy under broad authority.

The position emphasizes leadership, communication with internal and external partners, and the ability to handle multiple projects while staying current on industry trends.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical underwriting knowledge.
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Analytical thinking with problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs a mix of duties per guidelines.
• Analyzes highly complex underwriting risks with diagnostic methods.
• Develops endorsement language for complex risks.
• Determines pricing for complex risks with minimal oversight.
• Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy.
• Analyzes profitability of complex risks and presents reports to management.
• Markets products and maintains agency/broker relationships.
• Keeps current on regulatory and industry trends; may engage in trade groups.
• Mentors less experienced underwriters and supports training.

Skills

Advanced underwriting

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Eight years underwriting experience

Job description

CNA Insurance is seeking an experienced underwriter to manage a highly complex book of business and serve as a technical expert in underwriting specialties. The role involves pricing complex risks, developing endorsement language, and guiding policy strategy under broad authority.

The position emphasizes leadership, communication with internal and external partners, and the ability to handle multiple projects while staying current on industry trends.