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    Underwriting Consulting Director - Chicago, United States - CNA

    CNA
    CNA Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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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.


    CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.

    For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, check out our Candidate's Guide.


    Individual contributor responsible for the overall management, business development, analysis and monitoring of a book of business of the highest complexity for Cyber coverages.

    Recognized as the most senior level, technical expert in an underwriting specialty.

    In conjunction with senior level management, works within the broadest limits of authority requiring the highest degree of technical complexity and coordination.

    May have national or company-wide scope of responsibility in specialty area.


    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    Essential Duties & Responsibilities
    Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
    Works with senior management on the most complex underwriting risks employing advanced diagnostic and systematic analysis to assess acceptability. Develops specialized endorsement language for the most complex risks.

    Determines appropriate pricing of the most complex risks for assigned book of business based on financial and competitive analysis in line with compliance requirements.

    Participates with senior management in the development and implementation of underwriting policy, marketing and business strategy.
    Interprets corporate strategies and initiatives to tailor the company's approach based upon the assigned territory. Builds consensus within the organization for such an approach.
    Analyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of the most complex risks underwritten, and presents reports to senior management.
    Markets products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visits.

    Develops and maintains agency and/or broker relationships, particularly with the largest key customers in assigned territory, to assure positive and profitable outcomes on the most complex, high-risk business.

    Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May represent the company in industry trade groups. Freely shares knowledge and expertise with others.
    Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in the development of underwriting training.
    Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations.

    Reporting Relationship
    Director or above

    Skills, Knowledge and Abilities


    • The highest level of technical and product specific expertise, underwriting skill and knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.
    • Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
    • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
    • 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.
    • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.
    • Demonstrated leadership skills.
    Education and Experience

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred.
    • Typically a minimum ten years underwriting experience with proven track record of results.
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