Underwriting Director (Technology P&C)

01460 Continental Casualty Company; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

CNA is seeking an Underwriting Director to lead the Middle Market Technology Property & Casualty underwriting group in the West. This senior role drives profitability, manages a high-performing team, and shapes underwriting policy and strategy for the North American technology market.

The position requires an MBA or equivalent and at least ten years of underwriting leadership experience. The role is hybrid and based in California, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent experience required.
• Ten years of underwriting experience with a proven results track record.
• Professional designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct work activities and full management responsibility for subordinate staff.
• Onboard, train, coach, lead, and develop underwriters; create training programs.
• Collaborate to develop underwriting policy, marketing, and strategy.
• Review referrals within authority and ensure adherence to standards.
• Develop operating plans to enhance performance and meet objectives.
• Manage pricing and policy for new and renewal business; conduct file reviews.
• Market products through agencies/broker channels and maintain relationships.
• Report progress to senior management and monitor regulations/industry trends.
• Represent the company in industry trade groups as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Underwriting

Analytics

Strategic thinking

MS Office

Education

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

At CNA, a trusted provider of insurance solutions for technology companies, we are looking for an Underwriting Director to lead the Middle Market Technology Property & Casualty underwriting group in the West. The role drives business results through management, profitability, and business development of a book of business within the North American technology market.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct work activities and hold full management responsibility for the performance and development of subordinate staff.
• Onboard, train, coach, lead, and develop underwriters; develop underwriting training programs and grant underwriting authority.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement underwriting policy, marketing, and business strategy.
• Review and approve referrals within authority; drive adherence to documentation and referral standards.
• Develop and execute operating plans to enhance business performance and meet strategic objectives.
• Manage pricing and underwriting policy for new and renewal business; conduct file reviews to improve underwriting quality.
• Market products and services through agencies and brokerage channels; develop and maintain agency/broker relationships.
• Report business progress to senior management; stay current on state and territory regulations and industry trends.
• Represent the company in industry trade groups as appropriate.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Senior-level technical and business management acumen; deep underwriting knowledge.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proactive, long‑term strategic mindset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and other business software.

Education & Experience

• MBA or equivalent experience; professional designations preferred.
• Minimum of ten years of underwriting experience with a proven track record of results.

Compensation & Benefits

In California, the base pay range for the Underwriting Director is $180,000 to $225,000. The role may also include a comprehensive benefits package covering health, financial, and wellness programs. Additional details can be found at cnabenefits.com.

Work Arrangement

The position is hybrid.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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