Senior Underwriting Specialist: Complex Risks & Strategy

CNA Insurance; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

CNA Insurance in the United States seeks an experienced underwriter to manage a highly complex book of business and serve as a technical expert in underwriting. The role requires eight years of underwriting experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and collaboration with agencies/brokers to price risk.

The position emphasizes leadership, analytical thinking, and a strong ability to navigate pricing strategy while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; professional designations preferred.
• Typically a minimum eight years underwriting experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy.
• Determines appropriate pricing of complex risks for assigned book of business based on financial and competitive analysis.
• Markets products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits.
• Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships with large producers within the assigned territory.
• Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in training.
• Utilizes advanced functionality in CNA systems for day-to-day activities.
• Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations.

Skills

Underwriting expertise

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Professional designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CNA Insurance in the United States seeks an experienced underwriter to manage a highly complex book of business and serve as a technical expert in underwriting. The role requires eight years of underwriting experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and collaboration with agencies/brokers to price risk.

The position emphasizes leadership, analytical thinking, and a strong ability to navigate pricing strategy while maintaining regulatory compliance.