Senior Underwriter Us Incoming Property

Senior Underwriter - US Incoming Property
Exton, PA I USA
We are currently looking for a Senior Property Underwriter to join our US Incoming Business Team in our Exton, PA NY/NY office. This position is housed within our General Property Underwriting business unit and has unique responsibilities and requirements.
As a Senior Underwriter you will act as the technical expert and Underwriter for the function and US market. You will be responsible for working within authority limits on assignments reflecting the expert degree of technical complexity and coordination under broad management direction. You will review global insurance programs and set up into US compliant programs. With knowledge of US market regulatory requirements, you will communicate to the AXA XL UnderwritingNetwork to issuelocal US policies based on international instruction.
This position is typically an individual contributor and your key responsibilities will involve underwriting business in line with the underwriting guidelines; monitoring aggregate exposure within agreed limits; monitoring premium income to ensure it remains within agreed limits; ensuring all risks written, are within the agreed maximum; maintaining awareness of all claims advised; supporting and providing input on settlement of claims advised; building and maintaining relationships with our international network, brokers and clients; supporting the design and structure of risks; identifying and driving new product development opportunities.
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What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Underwrite, manage and service a renewal property book and new business in accordance with business unit goals.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the analysis and evaluation of risk.
• Negotiate with producing underwriters within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives.
• Participate in discussions on risk assessment and provide mentorship and leadership to peers.
• Build and enhance relationships with brokers and clients and identify and establish new distribution relationships.
• Maintain expertise with the products, services, priorities and target markets to more effectively enable clients to uncover hidden risks.
• Promote the company's expertise by participating in industry conferences and events while regularly conducting and taking leadership roles in client and broker meetings to educate on risk.
• Maintain compliance with all internal and external underwriting guidelines and legal requirements.
• Support the business planning and forecasting process; monitor financial exposure within outlined limits; monitor premium income to ensure it remains within set limits.
• Maintain awareness of all claims advised while supporting and providing input on settlement of claims.
• Identify and drive new product development opportunities.
• Under broad management direction, works at the highest authority limits on assignments reflecting the expert degree of technical complexity and coordination.
• Deliverables and problem-solving issues may relate to the international aspects of services related to policy issuance, regulatory requirements, reporting, premium payment processes, and money/currency movement
• Possesses an expert level of technical knowledge and skills including product and industry
• This role is housed within a collaborative team environment and will provide guidance to team members.

You will report to the Underwriting Manager.
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SHARE your talent
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Extensive experience in the relevant class of business.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Possesses a high and extensive level of technical knowledge and skills including product & industry.
• Able to apply business understanding and/or management experience to set direction within the segment or function.
• May provide training to junior members of the team/unit.
• Excelled analytical negotiation and sales/marketing skills.
• Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy and planning.
• Knowledge of functionality of systems.
• Excellent Work Ethic.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Self-Motivated.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
• Outstanding customer service and negotiation skills.
• Outstanding time management skills: ability to multitask.
• Ability to lead in accordance with AXA XL Core Values and Culture.
• Proficiency in French, German or other languages would be a plus

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 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) .