What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Manager – Casualty, US Middle Market (Auto, Programs) position at AXA XL?
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As the world changes and markets become more competitive, our clients’ needs become more complex. More than ever, we are competing for time, for opportunities, for relevance. Differentiation at all levels, including how we think about and engage with our clients, is so important. Our ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world’s risks. In the Americas, we will live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide. We are confronting our clients’ risk management challenges by finding solutions that further their strategic goals and help them build more sustainable, thriving businesses.
As a newly established business division of AXA XL Americas, our Middle Market segment serves the needs of mid-sized clients in the Commercial Lines P&C market. Over the next few years, the unit is looking to start with the client and strategically expand its product suite to drive profitable growth in its target segments. The Senior Product Manager is a newly created position, which will sit within the business, and work closely across Underwriting, Product Management, Legal and Regulatory Compliance amongst other groups to help deliver on that growth. This leader will play a key role as an integral member of a dynamic Product Development growth team by creating, advising on, and managing P&C coverage development for this rapidly evolving product suite.
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What will your essential responsibilities include?
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and 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.
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.
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
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 106,500 – 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.
Flexible Work Eligible
None
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location
US-CT-Hartford
Job Field
Underwriting
Schedule
Full-time
Job Type
Standard
As the world changes and markets become more competitive, our clients’ needs become more complex. More than ever, we are competing for time, for opportunities, for relevance. Differentiation at all levels, including how we think about and engage with our clients, is so important. Our ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world’s risks. In the Americas, we will live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide. We are confronting our clients’ risk management challenges by finding solutions that further their strategic goals and help them build more sustainable, thriving businesses.
As a newly established business division of AXA XL Americas, our Middle Market segment serves the needs of mid-sized clients in the Commercial Lines P&C market. Over the next few years, the unit is looking to start with the client and strategically expand its product suite to drive profitable growth in its target segments. The Senior Product Manager is a newly created position, which will sit within the business, and work closely across Underwriting, Product Management, Legal and Regulatory Compliance amongst other groups to help deliver on that growth. This leader will play a key role as an integral member of a dynamic Product Development growth team by creating, advising on, and managing P&C coverage development for this rapidly evolving product suite.
DISCOVERyour opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
- Lead and own the product development and implementation of coverage solutions to establish AXA XL’s competitiveness and differentiated offerings in the Middle Market space; provide input into appetite and optimal portfolio
- Manage multiple related projects in a coordinated manner to achieve strategic objectives and ensure alignment with unit strategy.
- Ensure efficient and effective resource management, while balancing stakeholder engagement and risk management for US Middle Market initiatives.
- Focus on delivering value and benefits from the program outcomes, while aiming to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Provide thought leadership and expertise on policy construction, coverage wordings, market standard offerings, and manuscript endorsements for the Casualty Lines with a primary focus on Commercial Auto
- Provide subject matter expertise regarding product details such as rates, rules, forms, & compliance
- Collaborate effectively with aligned Actuarial support and help drive key strategies around rate filings, pricing strategies, desired portfolio mix and line of business profit improvement strategies
- Establish Robust working relationships with cross-functional groups including Claims, Compliance, Regulatory, Legal and other functions to engage and collaborate on issues related to the Casualty Lines of business
- Work on behalf of Middle Market team and underwriters as liaison on compliance topics, review all regulatory and compliance components of products the business intends to write, and advise on any business strategies that require input from regulatory or compliance
- Drive underwriting strategy and risk selection through understanding of the competitive marketplace, preferred risk characteristics, lessons from loss trends, and competitor offerings
- Represent AXA XL as a subject matter expert and thought leader at industry conferences enabling the organization to see around corners and stay ahead of industry trends and emerging risks
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
- Extensive Commercial Property & Casualty insurance experience in the field of legal compliance, regulatory relations, product development, underwriting or underwriting support with a focus on the Casualty Lines of business and the Middle Market segment
- Minimum education requires a college Degree with relevant experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing
- Team player who takes initiative and is able to work self-directed
- Outstanding analytical skills
- Able to manage time, meet deadlines and adjust to competing priorities
- Understanding of the need for accurate and timely management information; effectively manages up and escalates issues that may impact business strategies or operational goals
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.
- 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
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.
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 106,500 – 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.
Flexible Work Eligible
None
AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location
US-CT-Hartford
Job Field
Underwriting
Schedule
Full-time
Job Type
Standard
