Underwriting Audit Consultant - Commercial P&C (Small, Mid-Size & Large Accounts)

Underwriting Audit Consultant

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. Business Unit Opportunities : Middle Market, Construction, National Accounts Property & National Accounts Casualty.

Job Description

The Underwriting Audit Consultant is responsible for conducting underwriting audit work for assigned business units. This role focuses on analyzing various aspects of the underwriting process to ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. The consultant will lead audits, assess underwriting quality, and provide detailed reporting on audit results. This position requires a strong understanding of underwriting principles, risk assessment, and audit methodologies.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines :

• Conducts underwriting audits for assigned business units, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines, governance processes, and quality standards.
• Assesses underwriting quality by reviewing files for selection, quoting, pricing, and adherence to corporate underwriting guidelines.
• Provides detailed reporting on audit results, identifying trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborates with Business Unit Liaisons to ensure all audit responses and necessary action plans are submitted within required time frames.
• Supports the execution of audit-related projects, collaborating with leadership and underwriting teams to implement findings and recommendations within the required timelines.
• Works closely with Audit Leader and team members to drive underwriting quality assurance and operational efficiencies.
• Contributes to corporate underwriting guidelines, philosophies, and strategic initiatives as required.

May perform additional duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

Typically reports to an Audit Director or above.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

1. Strong technical knowledge of underwriting theories and practices within the insurance industry

2. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with internal and external business partners at various levels

3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple audits and projects

4. Strong attention to detail and the ability to drive results through problem resolution

5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software. Experience with Athenium / Team Think preferred

Education & Experience 1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 2. Typically requires a minimum of 5-7 years of underwriting experience with a strong understanding of audit processes. 3. Professional designations such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) or Registered Professional Liability Underwriter (RPLU) preferred.

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