Underwriting Manager, Management Liability and
1 month ago
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.
Manages an underwriting staff and is accountable for the business results through profitability, business development, analysis and monitoring of a book of business. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, industry segment or company-wide scope of responsibility.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- Manages the work activities, performance and development of subordinate staff.
- Coaches, leads and develops underwriters and participates in the development of underwriting training.
- Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy to management.
- Prepares and presents operational reports to management.
- Drives regional and branch initiatives and business strategies.
- May market products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community.
- Develops, maintains and cultivates agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive and profitable outcomes.
- Keeps current on provincial/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May participate in industry trade groups.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to effectively lead, coach and develop underwriting staff.
- Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.
- Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
- Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
- Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.
- Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.
- Ability to achieve business goals and objectives.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred.
- Typically a minimum eight (8) years underwriting experience.
At CNA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process or upon hire, please inform Human Resources. If a selected applicant requests accommodation during the recruitment process, CNA will consult with the applicant in order to provide suitable accommodation that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs.
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