Underwriting Trainee, International

CNA Financial; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Financial in Chicago, IL is seeking candidates for its Underwriting Trainee Program. You will receive hands-on experience, professional skills development, and mentoring across underwriting, risk control and claims.

The program blends on-the-job and virtual training, exposure to multiple lines of business, and opportunities to interact with senior leadership as you build your underwriting career in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting.
• Strong sales aptitude and ability to learn rapidly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in underwriting by evaluating risk using industry and data insights.
• Participate in pricing decisions and renewal business considerations.
• Collaborate with underwriting, risk control and claims teams to meet client needs.
• Engage in a formal mentoring program and leadership development track.

Skills

Sales aptitude

Analytical skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Interpersonal skills

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Bachelor's degree with 3.0 GPA

Job description

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CNA's Underwriting Trainee Program offers a rewarding career path for individuals interested in working for a company that provides hands-on experience and unique opportunities. As an Underwriting Trainee, you will have access to professional skills development, productivity courses and much more. Our curriculum provides:

• Instruction in insurance basics; underwriting, professional, sales and marketing skills.
• Technical training within discipline(s) and deeper knowledge of the broader industry.
• A combination of on-the-job and virtual training.
• Exposure to multiple lines of business and industry segments through a formal mentoring program.
• Instructor-led training, testing, self-study courses, Web-based training and practical application.
• A working relationship with critical enterprise-wide support functions.
• A unique opportunity to interact with senior leadership.

We offer an opportunity for you to work with other underwriting, risk control and claim consultants to meet the evolving insurance needs of our clients. CNA's underwriters are responsible for selecting and pricing risks that have profit potential. The process requires underwriters to evaluate a business by reviewing industry, business, and government data, then deciding whether to accept or decline the risk. The underwriter is also responsible for pricing, as well as maintaining a steady flow of new and renewal business. Our effective career pathing programs, including our leadership tracks, offer you the opportunity to grow your career at CNA. This position will work on a hybrid schedule from our offices in Chicago, IL.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting.
• Strong sales aptitude.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills, good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to learn rapidly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence, overcome obstacles, and develop positive business relationships.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

I n 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 $35,000 to $65,000 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 CFA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com .

CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page .

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