Underwriting Trainee – Surety

CNA Insurance

Underwriting Trainee at CNA learning to evaluate risks and making underwriting decisions based on submitted applications. Responsibilities include reviewing documentation and interacting with agents and customers.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviews insurance applications and documentation to determine if the applicant is an acceptable risk
Recommends appropriate pricing and coverage modifications or enhancements for risks
Prepares written communications on adverse underwriting decisions
Verbally notifies agents of decisions
Uses available underwriting systems and modeling tools
Prepares quotes and answers questions from agencies and internal or external customers
Negotiates with agents to reach positive and profitable outcomes
Makes field visits to Agent and Broker offices
Interacts with Claim personnel on issues relating to specific claims

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong desire to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems
Ability to work independently
Developing decision-making skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
Physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing goals support

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Hard Skills & Tools

underwritingrisk assessmentpricing modificationscoverage enhancementsproblem solvingdecision making

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationindependent worknegotiation