CNA
UA Manager(Commercial Construction)
The Role
You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
Manages a staff of Underwriting Associates across multiple geographies, lines of business, segments or industries who are accountable for executing the underwriting life cycle from pre-submission through binding and achieving business results of a renewal book of business through rate achievement, retention, profitability, analysis, and portfolio management. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, multi-geography, industry, segment, or company-wide scope of responsibility.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Job Summary
Manages a staff of Underwriting Associates across multiple geographies, lines of business, segments or industries who are accountable for executing the underwriting life cycle from pre-submission through binding and achieving business results of a renewal book of business through rate achievement, retention, profitability, analysis, and portfolio management. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, multi-geography, industry, segment, or company-wide scope of responsibility.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
Manages the work activities, performance, and development of subordinate Underwriting Associate (UA) staff responsible for an assigned renewal book of business and/or in support of Underwriters books of business.
Onboards, trains, coaches, and develops UAs; participates in the development of underwriting training and accountable for granting UA with underwriting authority.
Engages with UA and underwriting staff to support the UA as a file lead navigating the underwriting lifecycle from pre-submission, policy issuances and renewal ensuring adherence to workflow processes, effective communication, timeframes for deliverables and service standards are met.
Reviews and manages the application of underwriting policy and pricing for risks; drives adherence to documentation and referral standards and completes file reviews to drive continuous improvement in underwriting quality; provides feedback to business partners as needed.
Demonstrates development of business acumen which contributes to monitoring business results to ensure UA staff is supporting and driving rate, retention, and other key metrics.
Makes recommendations on workflow, underwriting policy and pricing strategy to management. Collaborates with stakeholders such as regional/territory management, Operations, UW Shared Services for process enhancements and efficiencies.
Develops business report acumen and prepares and presents operational reports to management as needed.
Executes regional/territory initiatives and business strategies ensuring UAs adhere to role responsibilities and process and workflow expectations.
May be responsible for executing on referrals and account rounding activities on new business opportunities for an assigned book of business.
Develops, maintains, and cultivates territory agency, broker, and business unit relationships to ensure positive and profitable outcomes.
Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May participate in industry trade groups.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
*LI-ES1
I n 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 $72,000 to $141,000 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 [email protected] .
Manages a staff of Underwriting Associates across multiple geographies, lines of business, segments or industries who are accountable for executing the underwriting life cycle from pre-submission through binding and achieving business results of a renewal book of business through rate achievement, retention, profitability, analysis, and portfolio management. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, multi-geography, industry, segment, or company-wide scope of responsibility.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Job Summary
Manages a staff of Underwriting Associates across multiple geographies, lines of business, segments or industries who are accountable for executing the underwriting life cycle from pre-submission through binding and achieving business results of a renewal book of business through rate achievement, retention, profitability, analysis, and portfolio management. Under general management direction, works within broad limits of authority requiring a high degree of technical complexity and coordination. May have regional, multi-geography, industry, segment, or company-wide scope of responsibility.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
Manages the work activities, performance, and development of subordinate Underwriting Associate (UA) staff responsible for an assigned renewal book of business and/or in support of Underwriters books of business.
Onboards, trains, coaches, and develops UAs; participates in the development of underwriting training and accountable for granting UA with underwriting authority.
Engages with UA and underwriting staff to support the UA as a file lead navigating the underwriting lifecycle from pre-submission, policy issuances and renewal ensuring adherence to workflow processes, effective communication, timeframes for deliverables and service standards are met.
Reviews and manages the application of underwriting policy and pricing for risks; drives adherence to documentation and referral standards and completes file reviews to drive continuous improvement in underwriting quality; provides feedback to business partners as needed.
Demonstrates development of business acumen which contributes to monitoring business results to ensure UA staff is supporting and driving rate, retention, and other key metrics.
Makes recommendations on workflow, underwriting policy and pricing strategy to management. Collaborates with stakeholders such as regional/territory management, Operations, UW Shared Services for process enhancements and efficiencies.
Develops business report acumen and prepares and presents operational reports to management as needed.
Executes regional/territory initiatives and business strategies ensuring UAs adhere to role responsibilities and process and workflow expectations.
May be responsible for executing on referrals and account rounding activities on new business opportunities for an assigned book of business.
Develops, maintains, and cultivates territory agency, broker, and business unit relationships to ensure positive and profitable outcomes.
Keeps current on state/territory issues and regulations, industry activity and trends. May participate in industry trade groups.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
*LI-ES1
I n 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 $72,000 to $141,000 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 [email protected] .
CNA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CNA and has not been reviewed or approved by CNA.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement plan design—with an automatic company contribution plus match—materially boosts total compensation and is highlighted as a standout element. Feedback suggests this structure provides dependable long‑term value beyond base pay.
-
Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual bonuses are common across many roles, supporting a predictable incentive component in total compensation. This consistency helps lift overall pay satisfaction in functions where bonus eligibility is standard.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and options like PTO purchase and paid family leave create a broad time‑off package. Feedback suggests these elements meaningfully enhance the overall rewards mix.
CNA Insights
Similar Jobs
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.
Success! Refresh the page to see how your skills align with this role.
The Company
What We Do
CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 125 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe. As a company of allies, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive culture for all employees. Our eight Employee Resource Groups elevate the voices of underrepresented groups and champion critical DEI initiatives in the workplace and beyond. We strive to promote an environment of inclusion and continuously work to ensure all employees feel valued and respected.
Why Work With Us
CNA knows the importance of having the tools you need to expand your expertise and develop your career. With a variety of cross-discipline and cross-functional opportunities, CNA provides you with the tools and resources needed to customize your career path and understand what is needed to be effective in your role.
Gallery
