Underwriter , Management Liability

CNA Insurance is a leading provider in the insurance industry, seeking an Underwriter for Management Liability. The role involves underwriting risks, determining acceptability, recommending pricing modifications, and maintaining positive relationships with agencies and brokers.ResponsibilitiesReviews applications and financial requirements for risks requiring moderate technical underwriting skillsDetermines acceptability of risk in accordance with company guidelines and standardsRecommends appropriate pricing and coverage modifications or enhancements for risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situationsPrepares quotes and answers questions from agencies, internal and external contacts and escalates issues as necessaryPrepares written communication on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinationsVerbally notifies agents of decisions where appropriate in order to ensure clear understanding of the decisionAnalyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of risks underwritten and prepares reports for management reviewMay assist in marketing products and services through agencies or through the brokerage community and makes field visitsDevelops and maintains positive agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomesKeeps current on state/territory issues, regulations and trendsWorks with more senior underwriters or management on risks exceeding authority level or requiring special handlingDevelop proficiency in all relevant CNA systemsAlso, may update the underwriting systemsSkillsKnowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practicesDeveloping technical expertise and negotiation skillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partnersAbility to work independentlyStrong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems as well as the ability to learn rapidly, adapt quickly to change, and to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent projectsAbility to exercise independent judgment and make sound business decisions effectivelyKnowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related softwareDemonstrated leadership skillsBachelor's degree or equivalent experienceCompletion of a formal underwriting training program or minimum one year underwriting experienceBenefitsCNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees and their family members achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.Company OverviewCNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. It was founded in 1897, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.cna.com.Company H1B SponsorshipCNA Insurance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 30 in 2025, 32 in 2024, 25 in 2023, 43 in 2022, 32 in 2021, 14 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Apply To this Job .