Underwriting Trainee, Ocean Marine
About The Position
CNA’s Underwriting Trainee Program offers hands-on experience and professional development for individuals pursuing a career in underwriting. The curriculum includes insurance fundamentals; underwriting, professional, sales, and marketing skills; technical training within the discipline and broader industry; a combination of on-the-job and virtual training; exposure to multiple lines of business and industry segments through formal mentoring; instructor-led training, testing, self-study, web-based training, and practical application; collaboration with enterprise-wide support functions; and opportunities to interact with senior leadership. The role works with underwriting, risk control, and claims consultants to meet clients’ evolving insurance needs. Underwriters select and price risks with profit potential by evaluating industry, business, and government data and deciding whether to accept or decline a risk. They also price risks and maintain a steady flow of new and renewal business. The position follows a hybrid schedule from CNA’s Chicago, Illinois offices.
Requirements
- 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 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate industry, business, and government data to assess risks and determine whether to accept or decline them.
- Price risks with profit potential.
- Help maintain a steady flow of new and renewal business.
- Work with underwriting, risk control, and claims consultants to address clients’ insurance needs.
- Participate in training and professional development activities within the trainee program.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and competitive benefits package intended to support employees’ and their family members’ physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
