Underwriting Specialist, Cyber

CNA • Chicago, IL

5d

About The Position

At CNA, the Underwriting Specialist works under technical direction and is responsible for underwriting risks in a book of business. The role operates within specific authority limits on assignments involving significant technical complexity and coordination, applying underwriting policies and guidelines, rating manual rules, and insurance laws and regulations. The position focuses on cyber underwriting.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practices.
• Demonstrated high level of technical expertise and product-specific knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external business partners.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make critical business decisions effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Typically, a minimum of three to five years of underwriting experience.

Nice To Haves

• Professional designations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review applications and financial requirements for risks requiring complex underwriting skills.
• Determine risk acceptability in accordance with company guidelines and standards, including the need for additional evidence of insurability and an appropriate strategy.
• Determine appropriate pricing through financial and competitive analysis while meeting compliance requirements.
• Prepare quotes and respond to questions from agencies, policyholders, and other external contacts; escalate issues and proposed solutions to management when necessary.
• Negotiate with agents to achieve positive and profitable outcomes.
• Notify agencies of adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status, and declinations.
• Analyze the quality, quantity, and profitability of underwritten risks and prepare reports for management review.
• Market products and services through agencies or the brokerage community and make field visits.
• Develop and maintain agency and/or broker relationships.
• Provide guidance and assistance to other underwriters and functional areas, particularly regarding cross-sell opportunities.
• Stay current on state and territory issues and regulations, industry activity, and trends, and share relevant information.
• Use advanced functionality in relevant CNA systems for day-to-day activities.
• Work with more senior underwriters or management on risks exceeding the role's authority level or requiring special handling.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package intended to support employees' and their family members' physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level