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Senior Underwriting Supervisor
2 months ago
You possess a clear vision for your professional journey, and we are here to provide the leadership necessary to help you achieve it. At CNA Financial Corporation, we aim to foster a culture where every individual feels valued and integral to our mission, ensuring that the talents of all employees are fully utilized.
POSITION SUMMARY:The Underwriting Manager oversees a team of Underwriting Associates focused on National Accounts Property Risk Management. This role is responsible for the preparation and analysis of renewal and new business data, which informs sound underwriting decisions throughout the account lifecycle, from submission to policy issuance, in alignment with established underwriting strategies and guidelines.
Under general management supervision, this position operates within broad parameters of authority, necessitating a high level of technical expertise and coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees the workflow, performance, and professional development of Underwriting Associate staff supporting a team of Underwriters.
- Mentors, guides, and develops Underwriting Associates while contributing to the creation of training programs, including the delegation of underwriting authority.
- Advises on underwriting policies, processes, and workflows to management, collaborating with stakeholders such as department leadership and Operations for process improvements and efficiencies.
- Evaluates and manages the application of underwriting policies, conducts risk analysis, maintains file documentation, calculates pricing, and prepares quotes within the context of a team of underwriters' portfolios.
- Enhances business reporting capabilities and prepares operational reports for management review.
- Champions business unit initiatives and strategies, ensuring Underwriting Associates comply with role responsibilities and workflow expectations.
- Builds and nurtures relationships with agencies and brokers to secure positive and profitable outcomes.
- Stays informed on business line strategies, market trends, regulatory issues, and their implications.
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.
Reporting Structure:
Reports to Director or higher.
Qualifications:
- Proven ability to effectively lead, coach, and develop underwriting personnel.
- Extensive technical knowledge and expertise in underwriting principles, practices, and procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Capacity to engage with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
- Adaptability to a dynamic, fast-paced work environment with a commitment to continuous learning and development.
- Ability to navigate ambiguous situations and challenges.
- Creativity in addressing unique and complex business issues.
- Proven track record of achieving business objectives.
- Experience in a highly collaborative work setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and Adobe 12, along with other business-related software.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; professional designations are preferred.
- Typically requires a minimum of eight years of underwriting experience.
CNA Financial Corporation is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.