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Underwriter, Primary Casualty USRM Central Region

Chicago, United StatesPosted Yesterday
Full-timeremote

Job Description

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

U.S

Risk Management has an exciting opportunity to join the East Zone underwriting team

AXA XL provides customized risk management programs for major businesses and institutions operating in the U.S

Underwriters have deep expertise and broad authority for quick execution

Your focus is to establish robust relationships internally and externally and to act as the critical interface between our brokers, clients and the company

You are expected to continuously contribute towards improving our current working and underwriting practices

You will report to the Head of Central, Primary Casualty

What you’ll be doing Produce, underwrite, manage and service a profitable book of new and renewal business per AXA XL underwriting guidelines

Underwriter conducts risk review and analysis

Also, determines terms & conditions and appropriate pricing in accordance with granted authority and AXA XL underwriting guidelines

Underwriter effectively negotiates and secures policy terms that align with AXA XL directives

Underwriter cultivates key broker relationships in the region to maintain a steady stream of business within our underwriting appetite

Underwriter cultivates effective business relationship with accounts, providing risk stewardship including initial setup of service commitments and ongoing consultation

Completes all required steps on account setup, documentation, and account management

Partners with internal service providers to build long-term relationships between customers/brokers and AXA XL, managing expectations of all parties

Underwriter cross-markets with other AXA XL lines; meets with brokers and insureds as required

Develop and manage underwriting strategies for both renewals and targets within his/her portfolio of accounts, including knowledge of the current penetration by product, cross marketing penetration and specific plans to increase company share

What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Moderate to extensive underwriting large risk management accounts with focus on high deductible, self-insured retentions, captives, group captives, bundled and unbundled claims

Knowledge of workers compensation, general liability and automobile lines of business

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers and producers

You should possess robust analytical and problem-solving skills as well as robust sales and marketing abilities

Excellent organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills

Excellent Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and presentation skills

Strategic Thinking: Visualize what doesn’t exist and know how to get there

Can invent, design and build

Mental Agility: Innovative thinker, willing to turn ideas on their head

Bright and can handle highly complex situations

Outstanding demonstration of initiative, interpersonal skills, integrity, and a professional demeanor are critical

Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks

For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it

How

By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward

Learn more at axaxl.com What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic

At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success

That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential

It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed

Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe

Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security

It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence

Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy

In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities

We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future

Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations

Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us

Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future

We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans

Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant

Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption

We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions

Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future

Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business

We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting

AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs

These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL

Applicants for this role must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD (107,600-199,100)

Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location

We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.

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