Senior Construction Underwriter

Senior Construction Underwriter Sydney, New South Wales/ Melbourne, Victoria AXA XL is looking for an experienced underwriter to take a prominent role in growing our Construction portfolio in Australia

The role will include underwriting of large and complex projects as well as annuals

The right candidate will be able to draw upon a solid background of technical underwriting

You will have the support of highly qualified & experienced risk engineers in the underwriting process and actuaries to help you quantify and price these risks

You will be collaborating with an established team of Energy and Construction underwriters, who enjoy what they do a great deal, are able to have fun, believe that creativity exists in underwriting and most of all love a sense of belonging to a team

It will be important to be visible and approachable to brokers and clients alike

Effective verbal and written communication skills, along with collaborative behaviour will be essential to the role

The opportunities will come via brokers across Australia and not limited to the location of the underwriter

This is a regulated role under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness and Probity regime

What you’ll be DOING What will your essential responsibilities include

Underwrite, manage and service a renewal book and produce new business in accordance with business unit goals

Negotiate with producers within the limits of your delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards

Underwriting within Group rules & guidelines

Effective engagement with brokers, ensuring relationship growth and a good flow of new business

Upholding and enhancing AXA XL’s brand in the market

Accountability for underwriting results of the construction book; contributing to overall strategy and financial planning

Collaborating with colleagues from wider AXA XL, cross selling with other products where appropriate

You will report to the Underwriting Manager, Energy and Construction - Australia

What you will BRING We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Bachelor’s degree preferred with equivalent senior experience in Construction underwriting

A technical underwriting background in Construction line of business with a demonstrable background in writing large complex corporate risks

Analytical Skills - Visualize, gather information, articulate, analyze and solve complex problems

Industry Knowledge - Understanding of the insurance industry and specific product portfolios to positively impact the underwriting business

Ability to respond to a changing market environment with flexibility and innovation

Ability to work independently

Excellent interpersonal skills and collegiate behavior

Commercially astute and able to contribute to growth and development of the construction portfolio

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

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

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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

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AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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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

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

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

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