And we have the leadership to help you get there. Officer position responsible for providing overall underwriting excellence through management for a product line or segment. Ensures effective management and implementation of strategic objectives and policies for a product line or segment, in accordance with the company's strategic plans.

Implements strategic objectives, underwriting strategies and best practices with substantial impact on the short-term success of a product line or a segment. Ensures the achievement of continued profitability, growth and/or operational efficiencies for a product line or segment through assessment of risk tolerance, market appetite and emerging risk issues. Evaluates underwriting performance based on financial analysis.

Includes rate, reserve adequacy, operational, planning and product reviews. Provides results to members of the underwriting management team and develops plans to resolve issues. Drives adherence to underwriting authority delegation, audit criteria and catastrophe management for a product line or segment.

Collaborates with business partners in Risk Control, Actuarial, Claim, Operations and Compliance to address governance and compliance issues related to underwriting practices. Provides guidance and direction in the development of underwriting and training tools. May lead, direct and have full management accountability for staff in area of responsibility with an emphasis on talent management and succession planning in accordance with strategic direction.

May maintain relationships with branches, brokers, agents and customers to assess risk tolerance, market appetite and emerging issues.



In-depth technical knowledge of underwriting theories and practices within the insurance field. Leadership and management skills, demonstrating integrity and professionalism.

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other enterprise business tools, including responsible use of AI enabled technologies (such as Copilot or similar) to enhance efficiency, analysis and workflow in accordance with company policies. Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, or equivalent. Typically a minimum of 10 years of related work experience, with five years management experience.

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 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. We strive to connect people, departments and business areas, to function as a team, and to serve our customers and communities with professionalism and respect.

These ideals, combined with our focus on the customer, enable us to explore recent market opportunities and build on our success. At CNA, we are committed to advancing a culture of inclusion – one that attracts talent from all walks of life, fosters respect and collaboration, and enables all of our colleagues to do their best work. At CNA, we have a long standing commitment to the diverse communities in which we live and work.

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