Underwriting Trainee, Ocean Marine

About the Role

CNA’s Underwriting Trainee Program offers a rewarding career path for individuals interested in working for a company that provides hands-on experience and unique opportunities. As an Underwriting Trainee, you will have access to professional skills development, productivity courses, and much more.

Program Curriculum

• Instruction in insurance basics; underwriting, professional, sales and marketing skills.
• Technical training within discipline(s) and deeper knowledge of the broader industry.
• A combination of on-the-job and virtual training.
• Exposure to multiple lines of business and industry segments through a formal mentoring program.
• Instructor-led training, testing, self-study courses, Web-based training and practical application.
• A working relationship with critical enterprise-wide support functions.
• A unique opportunity to interact with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with other underwriting, risk control and claim consultants to meet the evolving insurance needs of clients.
• Select and price risks that have profit potential.
• Evaluate a business by reviewing industry, business, and government data, then deciding whether to accept or decline the risk.
• Price risks and maintain a steady flow of new and renewal business.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• This position will work on a hybrid schedule from our offices in Chicago, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting.
• Strong sales aptitude.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn rapidly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence, overcome obstacles, and develop positive business relationships.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.