Underwriter , Property

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The Underwriter plays an important part in providing Brokers and Clients in the East Zone with a service that supports the positive image of the AXA XL brand. Therefore, the role requires a significant amount of interaction with Clients, Brokers and internal stakeholders. Working as part of the East Zone Property Underwriting Team, the role will be focused on securing new business opportunities by providing leading‑edge solutions for client needs.

• Developing and structuring tailor‑made solutions by considering the Property Underwriting guidelines and policy to win new business and retain existing customers.
• Evaluating appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the Property Sector, reinsurance cededs as well as underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability.
• Initiate opportunities for cross‑selling.
• Control timely implementation of new and renewal accounts according to quality standards (including policy‑ and invoice issuance).
• Monitor premium collection according to standards and take actions.
• Advise, assist and service clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure client satisfaction and respond to client and AXA XL queries in a timely manner.
• Possibly develop the skills, knowledge and competencies of less experienced colleagues.
• Develop best practice and share underwriting knowledge within the team.
• Proactively foster positive relationship with clients to get mutual understanding of their needs.

You will report to the Underwriting Manager for the Northeast.

• Underwriting experience with thorough technical knowledge of underwriting, rating methodologies, forms and business processes.
• Basic understanding of global and domestic property underwriting. Large account exposure and HPR background is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; professional designations CPCU, ARM a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent marketing, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and trading partners.
• Solid leadership and management skills.
• Excellent decision‑making skills.

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.

By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data‑driven insights, leading technology and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, we empower 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.

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, 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.

• 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 benefits.
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index.
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter.

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