Head of East - Large Commercial Primary Casualty; US Risk Management and Head of Primary Casualty

Head of East Zone, Primary Casualty will lead, manage, maintain and develop an Underwriting unit to profitably achieve Primary Casualty North America’s strategic and financial objectives in compliance with established policies and guidelines

This includes the underwriting of Workers’

, General Liability, and Automobile Liability coverage lines of business, predominantly on a loss sensitive basis

The role holder manages an underwriting territory to meet P&L budgetary

and performance metrics for the specific territory as well as supporting AXA XL’s overall regional objectives

The role holder must possess broad technical expertise across many classes of business and may personally handle the more complex risks within the territory

They have and maintain extensive contacts with major insureds, retail agents and brokers throughout the Eastern Zone and nationally

The role holder directly leads a team of Underwriters and coordinates with support staff facilitating professional development of skills, knowledge and competencies across the unit

The Head of Eastern Zone, Primary Casualty joins the Americas Casualty Leadership team and is involved in setting the overall Casualty strategy with other LT members

The role holder supports AXA XL’s cross-sell objectives by understanding capabilities across other lines of business, and maintaining open communication with colleagues in other departments

This role reports to the Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty, Americas

What you’ll be doing Execute departmental strategy and achieve P&L metrics including est. on a portfolio exceeding GWP of $150MM

Manage and develop a high-performing underwriting team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and customer-centricity within the zone

Leverage your deep network of major insureds, retail agents and brokers relationships within the region to drive business growth and achieve strategic objectives

Utilize your established relationships effectively to expand business opportunities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including claims, risk engineering, credit finance, and sales/distribution to ensure cohesive service delivery and reinforce our value proposition

Continuously analyze portfolio performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement changes to refine the regional risk profile, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability

Execute corporate and departmental strategy with the ability to identify and utilize KPIs to drive underwriting profitability and manage results

Manage insured and producer relationships across a large geographic territory Maintain and increase visibility in the market by aggressively marketing to insureds and retail agents and brokers

Embody the AXA XL culture and act as a role model for all colleagues, irrespective of organizational alignment

What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Bachelor’s Degree required; professional designations CPCU, ARM preferred

Extensive Casualty Underwriting experience required exhibiting a broad knowledge of casualty lines of business: WC, GL, AL and Umbrella; reinsurance concepts and business processes

Experience managing, developing, and recruiting high caliber underwriting teams Established robust broker relationships Robust technical background with the ability to present and negotiate complex agreements Excellent collaboration and influencing skills Self-Motivated with the ability to work self-supported

Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation

Ability to lead in accordance with AXA XL’s Core Values and Culture

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

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

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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

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

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

range for this position is USD 157,700 – 292,900

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

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offerings, please visit US

at a Glance 2026.