Surety Underwriter Or Senior Surety Underwriter Jobs

5 years underwriting experience within a Surety organization to the comparable level of responsibilities, accounts and broker partners.

University Related Degree, preferably commerce, economics and or business co-op degree related educational background

Ability to interact with both internal and external customers through written and oral skills, have a marketing and analytical ability.

Clear and effective communication and interpersonal skills and a comfort level to communicate to all levels.

Competitive rewards package including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.

We’ll support your professional development education.

Post-secondary education (Bachelors, Diploma etc.) and/or at least 2 years of relevant / related work experience

Competitive health & dental benefits plan

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and documentation skills

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Setup of new and renewal business

Conducting account and portfolio underwriting activities in a manner consistent with underwriting guidelines and portfolio management requirements established by the company.

Experience in the development and management of marketing plans, business plans and budgets.

Sound management and interpersonal skills in order to effectively work in a multidisciplinary team environment

Knowledge of Surety distribution channels and experience in managing relationships with regional brokers.

Collaborating with colleagues across the Americas and internationally in order to fully leverage surety capabilities and existing customer base.

Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in surety in the Canada.

Manages assigned portfolio to achieve gross written premium, profitability, rate, retention, product mix, new business and portfolio management goals

Drives effective relationship management and customer activities to build trust, facilitate negotiation and secure commitment with the customer

Reviews applications and financial requirements to determine acceptability of risk in accordance with CNA’s guidelines and standards

Uses all appropriate underwriting tools, disciplines and knowledge of strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed

Demonstrates technical underwriting skills through strategic, thorough account reviews and file documentation.

Strong casualty underwriting skills preferably in GL. Auto and US Worker Comp, Umbrella and Excess Liability

Liaise with underwriters and management to discuss complex underwriting issues to develop and execute upon solution-based approaches

Post-secondary university degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or Business Administration

Strong analytical thinking with effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Experience dealing with clients/contractors, brokers, company executives, bankers, and attorneys would be an asset

Ability to manage multiple priorities while adapting to new and changing information

Experience in contract surety, commercial banking, accounting, or construction experience considered an asset

Assist and manage potential surety claims situations and act as a liaison between all interest parties in the claims process.

Minimum 3 years Surety underwriting experience. (Previous experience at a brokerage is a plus.)

Superb interpersonal skills and attention to detail

Ability to be a self starter with strong written and oral communication skills as well as organizational skills

Advanced skills in Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Strong analytical skills and solid understanding of financial statements and business cycles of construction companies

Production of new business, including risk analysis, pricing, negotiating, setting terms, referrals to management as necessary, etc.

Works with more senior underwriters or management on risks exceeding authority level or requiring special handling.

Effectively uses Risk Control and Claims in pre-qualification of prospects

Advanced knowledge of underwriting and insurance industry theories and practices.

Demonstrated a high level of technical expertise and product-specific knowledge.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.

Identifier et souscrire de nouvelles affaires

Fournir des analyses et des recommandations significatives à ses pairs et à son Supérieur.

Contrôler la solidité financière des clients existants et nouveaux

Préparer les documents de sécurité

Établir et maintenir des relations solides avec les partenaires internes et externes.

Travailler à la fois de façon indépendante et en tant que membre de l'Équipe de Cautionnement.