Underwriting Director - Equipment Breakdown

CNA Insurance; Illinois; On-site; USD 97,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking an Underwriting Director with significant expertise in managing underwriting teams and strategies. This leadership role will direct business objectives and profitability, fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence within the underwriting department. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and an MBA, along with a strong ability to lead and develop staff in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of underwriting experience.
• Proven track record of results.
• Professional designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs work activities and manages staff performance.
• Develops and implements underwriting policy and strategy.
• Maintains agency and broker relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.

Leads and directs an underwriting group and is accountable for business results through overall management, profitability, and business development of a book of business. In conjunction with senior management, works within the highest limits of authority. Has regional, industry segment or company-wide scope of responsibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

Directs the work activities and has full management responsibility for the performance and development of subordinate staff in accordance with corporate strategic direction.

Coaches, leads and develops underwriters and directs the development of underwriting training.

Participates with senior management in the development and implementation of underwriting policy, marketing and business strategy.

Develops and implements operating plans for enhancing the business and meeting strategic objectives.

Reviews and directs the application of underwriting policy and pricing for all risks within an assigned book of business.

May market products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community.

Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive and profitable outcomes.

Reports business progress to senior management.

Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May represent the company in industry trade groups.

Reporting Relationship

AVP or above

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to effectively lead, coach and develop an underwriting group.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
• Senior level technical and business management acumen, underwriting skill and knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and teams.
• Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.
• Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.
• Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.
  
  
  

Education and Experience

• MBA or its equivalent in experience. Professional designations preferred.2. Typically a minimum of ten years of underwriting experience with a proven track record of results.
  
  
  

In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Financial Services and Insurance

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