Senior Underwriter, Middle Market

As a newly established business division of AXA XL Americas, our Middle Markets business focuses on the expansion of AXA XL’s current offerings to Middle Market clients in the Canadian Commercial P&C market

In this role you will be responsible for establishing new broker and client relationships, market and underwrite our Middle Market products and to support growing this exciting new business

What you’ll be doing What will your essential

include

Support the development and marketing of our new products across, GL, Property, Auto, Umbrella and Environmental

Underwriting both new and renewal business

Assisting in achieving profitable premium and rate goals, working with actuarial and claims and successfully delivering results consistent with financial plan

Developing, maintaining and servicing broker relationships within the distribution model

Coordinate with brokers to determine their marketing and education needs supported by AXAXL Middle Market

Interacting directly with insureds, brokers and producers and service accounts and brokers

Working collaboratively in a team environment, assisting underwriters, underwriting assistants and management team

Ensuring high quality service standards and compliance with all internal audit guidelines

Acting as a representative of the company and our agents by attending internal/external company functions, agent sponsored and industry events

Meet with brokers and set annual targets, issue monthly status reports, monitor P&L against plan

Take initiative and proactively support broker and market interactions which support growth

Meet with customers and prospects to develop relationships, deliver Middle Market education and to support business targets

You will report to Underwriting Manager, Middle Market and Environmental

What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Outstanding knowledge of the Canadian insurance industry, combined with in-depth technical knowledge of insurance product offerings

Effective broker relationships within the Canadian market

Extensive Middle Market insurance experience (e.g., underwriting, claims, or insurance related business development experience)

Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business

Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent customer service focus is a must

Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution

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

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It provides competitive

and personalized, inclusive

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

The Canada base

range for this position is CAD 119,250- 169,250

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

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer

such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other

We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers.