Lead Underwriter, US Excess Casualty

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This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced E&S Excess Casualty Lead Underwriter to join our team. This role involves significant strategic responsibilities, particularly in advancing and elevating our Excess Casualty business, with a special focus on E&S driven classes of business – Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, and Others. Reporting to the Regional Unit Leader of Excess Casualty, the successful candidate will also work closely with the Head of Excess Casualty to influence underwriting practices, drive business growth, and help maintain our competitive edge in the market.

• Lead the underwriting process for high-profile and complex E&S excess casualty accounts, ensuring decisions align with the company’s risk appetite and strategic objectives.
• Partner with Excess Casualty Leadership and business partners (Claims, Actuarial, Distribution, Operations) to influence strategic direction of key business areas.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of underwriting strategies that align with market conditions and the company’s long-term goals.
• Continuously monitor market trends, emerging risks, and the competitive landscape; provide insights to inform strategic underwriting decisions.
• Underwrite complex and high-value risks, balancing opportunity with prudent risk management.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align underwriting activities with broader business objectives.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with key brokers and clients, serving as a senior point of contact for complex negotiations and strategic discussions.
• Champion innovative underwriting practices and contribute to the development of new product offerings.
• Mentor and share knowledge with other underwriters to support team development.

• 10+ years of experience in E&S excess casualty underwriting, with significant experience in Construction, Manufacturing, and Transportation risks.
• Proven expertise in underwriting large, complex, high-value risks within the E&S market.
• Strong understanding of risk factors unique to Construction, Manufacturing, and Transportation.
• Ability to influence strategic decisions and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of market trends, regulatory environments, and competitive dynamics in the excess casualty sector.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers and clients.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or related field. Advanced degree or professional designation (e.g., CPCU) is a plus.

• Strategic Influence:
  Ability to shape and influence underwriting practices and business strategies.
• Technical Expertise:
  Deep knowledge of E&S excess casualty underwriting.
• Collaboration:
  
  Proven ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Client Focus:
  Strong commitment to building and maintaining client and broker relationships.
• Innovation:
  Proactively drives improvements in underwriting practices and product development.
• Talent Development:
  Ability to identify, mentor, and develop talent within the unit.

For this position, we expect to offer a base salary in the range of USD $235,000 to USD $255,000. The specific salary offer will be based on an assessment of various factors, including the experience of the successful candidate and their work location.

All employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and more.