Underwriter or Underwriting Specialist - Calgary, Canada - CNA Insurance

CNA Insurance

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

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.

Individual contributor responsible for the overall management, business development, analysis and monitoring of a highly complex book of business.

The role will require a thorough understanding of CNA's International and local strategies and appetites and will use internal and external data to make appropriate individual and portfolio risk decisions.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Manages assigned portfolio to achieve gross written premium, profitability, rate, retention, product mix, new business and portfolio management goals
Works on highly complex underwriting risks employing diagnostic and systematic analysis to assess acceptability. Develops specialized endorsement language for highly complex risk.
Determines appropriate pricing of complex risks for assigned book of business based on financial and competitive analysis in line with compliance requirements and with little oversight needed from superiors.
Makes recommendations on underwriting policy and pricing strategy.
Analyzes quality, quantity, and profitability of highly complex risks underwritten; prepares and presents reports to management.
Develops producer relationships to build pipeline, agency intelligence, and drives performance to meet and exceed results
Keeps current on provincial/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May participate in industry trade groups.
Mentors and guides less experienced underwriters and assists in the development of underwriting training.
Utilizes advanced functionality in relevant CNA systems to perform daytoday activities.
Responsible for special underwriting projects and presentations.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of 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 exercise judgment, negotiate and make sound business decisions effectively based on level of authority
Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other businessrelated software.
Ability to uncover customer needs, position specific solutions, handle objections and close deals

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred.
Typically a minimum eight to ten 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.