Underwriting Trainee - Surety

Overview

Underwriting Trainee - Surety at CNA Insurance. This program starts in June 2026 and is designed to develop underwriting skills in Surety. The trainee program lasts 1 year in a specified city with relocation considered after completion, after which participants are typically promoted to an Underwriter in the geographic region.

Location:

Timonium, MD (with relocation possibilities after program completion).

Employment type:

Full-time. Job function:
Finance and Sales. Industries:
Financial Services and Insurance.

As a Surety Underwriting Trainee, you will have access to professional skills development, productivity courses and more. You will primarily learn underwriting principles and standards in a CNA Surety branch office. You will analyze, evaluate, and refer new and existing business to a more senior underwriter within the branch office. The program curriculum includes:

• Reviews bond applications and financial documentation to determine if the applicant is an acceptable risk in accordance with company guidelines and standards. Determines the need for additional evidence of financial standing and appropriate strategy.
• Instructor-led training, testing, self-study courses, web-based training and practical application with guidance through a formal mentoring program.
• Recommends risks after complete analysis and consideration of applicant documentation, business factors and competitive situations.
• Prepares written communications on adverse underwriting decisions, rate appeals, underwriting requirements, status and declinations.
• May assist in marketing products and services through agencies or the brokerage community. Develops and maintains positive agency and/or broker relationships to ensure positive outcomes. Travel approximately 1 to 1 ½ days a week to agent locations, shadowing more senior underwriters and prospecting business.
• Performs other essential duties as assigned.

• BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or similar program. Minor in Marketing or Communication Studies a plus.
• Prior work or internship experience in a related discipline (finance, credit, accounting) strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Willingness to relocate after completion of the Trainee Program.

The national base pay range for this job level is $35,000 to $65,000 annually in applicable jurisdictions. Salary determinations are based on factors including relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive benefits package. For details, see

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