Underwriting Consulting Director - Lawyer Program Manager

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

• Works on underwriting risks employing diagnostic and systematic analysis.  Directly responsible for high volume flow referral underwriting.

• 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 and maintains agency and/or broker relationships with large producers within assigned territories to reach positive and profitable outcomes on complex, high-risk business.

• Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends.  May participate in industry trade groups.

• Utilizes advanced functionality in relevant CNA systems to perform day-to-day activities.

• Responsible for special underwriting projects, reports and presentations.

May perform additional duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship
Director or above

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Advanced technical expertise, underwriting skill and high level of knowledge of insurance and underwriting principles, practices and procedures.
2. Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners. 
3. Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects. 
4. Ability to deal with ambiguous situations and issues.
5. Creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems. 
6. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software. 
7. Demonstrated leadership skills.

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.  Professional designations preferred (J.D., RPLU, CPCU).
2. Typically a minimum eight years’ experience in either lawyers professional liability insurance, underwriting, legal or E&O.

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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.  For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact leaveadministration@cna.com.