Underwriting Manager, Commercial Bond

The Underwriting Manager will lead an underwriting team that owns the sales and underwriting relationship for commercial bonds books of business

Primary focus of this role is on broad territory management, which includes relationship, underwriting and expense management

This role develops and maintains business relationships with agencies and/or brokers for the purpose of sales growth and distribution expansion, and independently underwrites accounts based on authority level granted to the role and underwriting appetite

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

Monitors market conditions and confirms information gathered within market space

Analyzes performance of portfolio as well as individual account performance and develops appropriate action to drive profitable growth based upon the analysis

Reviews and approves underwriting decisions of staff and ensures compliance to legal requirements and organizational, business and strategic objectives

Works with other members of the PRCB team, Specialty and P&C to develop and pursue cross selling opportunities

Determines priorities and workflow standards for the department

Plans, develops and integrates territory sales plans to achieve top and bottom line objectives

Communicates strategic direction and operational plans to external partners

Communicates policies, procedures, and financial budgets that result in attainment of business objectives

Develops and maintains robust business relationships with key groups and individuals within the commercial lines market

Develops customer service standards for commercial bond team

Drives customer service performance to established standards

Works in partnership with fellow leaders to manage the training of employees and to ensure a high degree of competency and professionalism

Sets operational expectations, goals and strategies You will report to Head of Commercial Bond

What you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: Extensive experience in commercial or contract surety or related underwriting experience preferred

Requires advanced knowledge of contract and/or commercial surety operations products, procedures and practices Expertise in bond lines of business, ratings, customer environment and markets

Requires extensive knowledge of bond underwriting best practices, field underwriting operations and day-to-day underwriting operational needs

Desired Skills and Abilities: Undergraduate degree in business, insurance, or a related field preferred

License/Certification/Designation: Actively pursuing of AFSB, CPCU or other insurance/finance related certification desired

Significant business management and people leadership experience desired

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to disseminate vision of senior leadership and to motivate a large agency force

Ability to set work priorities and to initiate, evaluate and recommend solutions to upper management

Demonstrated decision-making ability required in day-to-day operations and recommending solutions to customer

Must have the ability to perform duties with independent judgment, with underwriting authority and company underwriting standards

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

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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

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

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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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The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD $132,200 - $257,100

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

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits

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

For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2026.