Underwriting Associate(Commercial Construction P&C)

Responsibilities Under broad supervision, responsible for underwriting risk for the underwriting lifecycle from submission through policy issuance, for both renewal and new business within limited authority. Partner with Underwriters on all aspects of the Underwriting function, including providing necessary information to allow for prudent underwriting decisions. Perform underwriting analysis and documentation to determine acceptability of risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards for renewal and new business within the assigned Letter of Underwriting Authority. Handle endorsement requests within delegated authority; refer endorsements outside of authority to underwriter with recommended action and independently engage agency to clarify intent of endorsement or seek missing information. Handle assigned renewal book within assigned authority and demonstrate ability to triage renewal applications/specs and formulate next steps for the underwriter with outlined changes or points of attention for accounts outside authority. Work as a liaison within the branch or across CNA to resolve issues (billing and collections, risk control, underwriting guidance from cabinet members, line of business, underwriting services subject matter experts). Document assigned files ensuring completeness, compliance, and quality (correspondence, proposals, endorsements, cancellations, etc.). Execute advanced pricing strategy (e.g., business unit pricing tools) on behalf of the Underwriter in compliance with regulatory and CNA specific underwriting strategies and document pricing rationale. Complete quote proposals and negotiate with external partners within assigned authority. Serve as the first‑line point of contact to producers/customers on account‑related matters while proactively identifying opportunities for upsell or account rounding. Assist in marketing products and services through external partners and make field visits. Be an expert on systems and workflows; serve as a resource to others (train, problem solver, coach) and conduit for feedback to internal underwriting partners. Stay current on line of business strategy, state/territory issues, regulations and trends; perform additional duties as assigned. Skills & Knowledge Knowledge of Property and Casualty underwriting, including insurance products, policy processing procedures, and documentation. Strong time‑management and analytical skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact with all levels of internal and external business partners. Demonstrated ability to work independently on multiple tasks. Strong capability to advise and coach others. Demonstrated customer service experience and the ability to interact with a wide variety of people daily, in person, via telephone and email. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business‑related software. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Minimum of three years of related work experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr 01460 Continental Casualty Company