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Form of workSenior Underwriter, Middle Market
Chicago, IL I Atlanta, GA I New York, NY I USA
As a newly established business division of AXA XL Americas, our Middle Markets business focuses on the expansion of AXA XL's current offerings to Middle Market clients in the US Commercial P&C market. In this role you will be responsible for establishing new broker and client relationships, market and underwrite our Middle Market products and to support growing this exciting new business.
DISCOVER your opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
• Support the development and marketing of our new products
• Underwriting both new and renewal business. Assisting in achieving profitable premium and rate goals, working with actuarial and claims and successfully delivering results consistent with financial plan.
• Developing, maintaining and servicing broker relationships within the distribution model. Coordinate with brokers to determine their marketing and education needs supported by AXAXL Middle Market.
• Interacting directly with insureds, brokers and producers and service accounts and brokers.
• Working collaboratively in a team environment, assisting underwriters, underwriting assistants and management team.
• Ensuring high quality service standards and compliance with all internal audit guidelines.
• Acting as a representative of the company and our agents by attending internal/external company functions, agent sponsored and industry events.
• Meet with brokers and set annual targets, issue monthly status reports, monitor P&L against plan.
• Take initiative and proactively support broker and market interactions which support growth. Meet with customers and prospects to develop relationships, deliver Middle Market education and to support business targets.
SHARE your talent
SHARE your talent
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
• Outstanding knowledge of the US insurance industry , combined with in-depth technical knowledge of PE insurance product offerings. Effective broker relationships within the PE sector.
• Extensive Middle Market insurance experience (e.g., underwriting, claims, or insurance related business development experience).
• Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service focus is a must.
• Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
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.
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:
For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL .
The pay range for this position is USD 95,000 - 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_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com) .
Chicago, IL I Atlanta, GA I New York, NY I USA
As a newly established business division of AXA XL Americas, our Middle Markets business focuses on the expansion of AXA XL's current offerings to Middle Market clients in the US Commercial P&C market. In this role you will be responsible for establishing new broker and client relationships, market and underwrite our Middle Market products and to support growing this exciting new business.
DISCOVER your opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
• Support the development and marketing of our new products
• Underwriting both new and renewal business. Assisting in achieving profitable premium and rate goals, working with actuarial and claims and successfully delivering results consistent with financial plan.
• Developing, maintaining and servicing broker relationships within the distribution model. Coordinate with brokers to determine their marketing and education needs supported by AXAXL Middle Market.
• Interacting directly with insureds, brokers and producers and service accounts and brokers.
• Working collaboratively in a team environment, assisting underwriters, underwriting assistants and management team.
• Ensuring high quality service standards and compliance with all internal audit guidelines.
• Acting as a representative of the company and our agents by attending internal/external company functions, agent sponsored and industry events.
• Meet with brokers and set annual targets, issue monthly status reports, monitor P&L against plan.
• Take initiative and proactively support broker and market interactions which support growth. Meet with customers and prospects to develop relationships, deliver Middle Market education and to support business targets.
SHARE your talent
SHARE your talent
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
• Outstanding knowledge of the US insurance industry , combined with in-depth technical knowledge of PE insurance product offerings. Effective broker relationships within the PE sector.
• Extensive Middle Market insurance experience (e.g., underwriting, claims, or insurance related business development experience).
• Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service focus is a must.
• Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
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 pay range for this position is USD 95,000 - 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_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com) .
