Co-Op

Co-Op

Exton, PA

The AXA XL division comprises the largest commercial property & casualty insurance company in the world. This position is with the Americas Environmental Insurance Unit based in Exton, PA. AXA XL specializes in Property and Casualty (non-Life) insurance and reinsurance. From large corporations to specialized businesses, AXA XL serves clients in more than 200 countries. You'll find the same qualities in all our offices: underwriting excellence, prompt service and transparent pricing. A broad international mix with a consistent global approach. Our companies have robust relationships with the world’s leading global, regional and independent brokers. Underwriters who are experts in the industries they serve. Engineers who are active around the globe. Support teams that help them do what they do best. Our people are busy tackling all kinds of Property, Casualty, Professional and Specialty risks. This position is withe the Americas-Environmental business unit. Environmental risks are all around you. The Americas Environmental team of AXA XL's Insurance segment helps you navigate them. Our expertise is backed by our financial strength and our readiness to listen to you. We are engineers, scientists, safety professionals, consultants, and attorneys. Our underwriting claims and risk consulting experts work together to bring creative solutions to complex problems.

This is a position with the Americas Environmental Risk Consulting Team, where you will expand your technical knowledge while being provided with an opportunity to learn about the business world, real estate transactions, environmental site assessments and contaminated properties. We provide support for the pollution liability insurance underwriting process for a variety of sites. The position focuses on new and existing real estate portfolios and typically starts with reviewing a property list and then numerous environmental reports. Key submission documents include “Phase I” Environmental Site Assessments that identify “Recognized Environmental Conditions” (RECs) and other environmental risks in accordance with the ASTM E1527 - Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• The Americas Environmental Unit is seeking an individual to provide review of submission documents for RECs, identify the potential for discovery of unknown pollution conditions, and other environmental risks.
• The Risk Consulting team also provides the company and our customers with environmental expertise on regulatory issues and emerging risks, so there is an opportunity to work on special research projects as well.
• We focus primarily on sites in the United States and Canada. Our vision is to protect the future of the environment by providing risk transfer, cleanup funding, and technical expertise for our customer's environmental problems.
• Provide an opinion on the quality of submission materials (report age, conformity to ASTM/CSA, quality of RECs identified, thoroughness/detail and data gaps).
• Provide a summary report identifying trends and sites with major environmental concerns, hazardous material use, and or historical unknowns.

You will report to Risk Consulting Environmental.

SHARE your talent

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Pre-Junior or Junior seeking a degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering (with a focus in environmental studies), Environmental Science or Geoscience Studies
• Knowledge of ASTM E1527 definitions and scope, including RECs
• Practical hands-on experience performing Phase I ESAs as per ASTM
• Previous experience reviewing Phase I and II ESAs
• Knowledge of USEPA and State regulatory programs
• Knowledge of environmental site investigation and remediation technologies Knowledge of the following documents is also a positive:
  • ASTM E1903 Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Process.
  • USEPA 40 CFR 312 Innocent Landowners, Standards for Conducting All Appropriate Inquiries Tasks- Scope of Work Review Phase I ESA and other submission documents.

FIND your future

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

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.

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.

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.

The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 19/Hour. 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.