What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Underwriter, Primary Casualty (East Zone) position at AXA XL Ltd?
Senior Underwriter, Primary Casualty (East Zone)
New York, NY I USA
U.S. Risk Management has an exciting opportunity to join the East Zone underwriting team.
AXA XL provides customized risk management programs for major businesses and institutions operating in the U.S. Underwriters have deep expertise and broad authority for quick execution. Your focus is to establish robust relationships internally and externally and to act as the critical interface between our brokers, clients and the company. You are expected to continuously contribute towards improving our current working and underwriting practices.
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What will your essential responsibilities include?
- Produce, underwrite, manage and service a profitable book of new and renewal business per AXAXL underwriting guidelines.
- Underwriter conducts risk review and analysis. Also, determines terms & conditions and appropriate pricing in accordance with granted authority and AXA XL underwriting guidelines.
- Underwriter effectively negotiates and secures policy terms that align with AXA XL directives.
- Underwriter cultivates key broker relationships in the region to maintain a steady stream of business within our underwriting appetite.
- Underwriter cultivates effective business relationship with accounts, providing risk stewardship including initial setup of service commitments and ongoing consultation. Completes all required steps on account setup, documentation, and account management. Partners with internal service providers to build long-term relationships between customers / brokers and AXA XL, managing expectations of all parties.
- Underwriter cross-markets with other AXA XL lines; meets with brokers and insureds as required.
- Develop and manage underwriting strategies for both renewals and targets within his / her portfolio of accounts, including knowledge of the current penetration by product, cross marketing penetration and specific plans to increase company share.
You will report to the Head of East Primary Casualty.
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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
Inclusion & Diversity
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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed.
Learn more at axaxl.com / about-us / inclusion-and-diversity . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
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For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL .
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 182,500 - 186,500. 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. Wealsobelieve 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 aboutAXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
Salary : $182,500 - $186,500