Strategic Underwriter Specialist

CNA Insurance; Radnor (Delaware County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking an underwriter to manage a book of business under technical direction. You will review applications, apply guidelines, and determine risk acceptability in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include pricing analysis, preparing quotes, negotiating with agents, and developing agency relationships. You will also stay current on industry trends and assist senior underwriters on complex files.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; professional designations preferred.
• Typically a minimum three to five years underwriting experience.
• Knowledge of state/territory issues and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and determine acceptability of risk in line with guidelines and standards.
• Determine pricing based on financial and competitive analysis within compliance requirements.
• Prepare quotes and negotiate with agents to reach positive outcomes; escalate issues with proposed solutions.
• Notifies agencies of adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, and requirements.
• Analyze quality, quantity, and profitability of risks and prepare management reports.
• Market products through agencies or brokerage communities and maintain relationships.
• Assist other underwriters on risks exceeding authority or requiring special handling.
• Stay current on regulations and industry trends and share information.

Skills

Underwriting knowledge

Interpersonal & negotiation skills

Independent work

Analytical problem solving

Microsoft Office Suite

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Professional designations preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CNA Insurance is seeking an underwriter to manage a book of business under technical direction. You will review applications, apply guidelines, and determine risk acceptability in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include pricing analysis, preparing quotes, negotiating with agents, and developing agency relationships. You will also stay current on industry trends and assist senior underwriters on complex files.