Sr. Underwriter, E&S Casualty West

About the role

The Wholesale Solutions team at AXA XL is poised for growth in the dynamic world of Excess and Surplus lines. This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative team with a rich history of innovation, geographic expansion, product development, and excellent service to wholesale partners.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful execution of region’s strategic plan with a focus on assigned Territory.
• Handle an existing portfolio of E&S Casualty business, meeting growth goals and ensuring profitability for the region.
• Aid and develop new products (based on experience).
• Create visibility in the assigned territory by communicating underwriting appetite and generating new opportunities through building and maintaining outstanding broker relationships.
• Work independently, receiving underwriting authority based on experience level.
• Cultivate key broker relationships in the region to maintain a steady stream of business within the underwriting appetite.
• Provide clients with a service that supports the positive image of the company.
• Build partnerships with other core lines to aid cross-sell opportunities.
• Participate in cross-marketing activities with other XL lines; meet with brokers and insureds as required.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who possesses the following abilities and skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience.
• Moderate amount of E&S General Liability and/or Excess Underwriting Experience.
• Outstanding existing marketing relationships within the assigned territory with experience in production underwriting roles.
• In-depth underwriting expertise across general classes and the ability to manage a high volume portfolio.
• Self-starter who is organized and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced team-centric environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain outstanding insured and broker contacts.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, along with a willingness to mentor others.
• Ability to travel throughout the territory (20%) for client, broker, and internal meetings.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience.
• Experience in E&S General Liability and/or Excess Underwriting.
• Outstanding existing marketing relationships within the assigned territory.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume portfolio.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding broker and insured relationships.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems effectively.
• Travel throughout the territory (20%) for client, broker, and internal meetings.

Skills

Preferred skills include:

• Experience in cross-selling and partnership building.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
• Experience in managing a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

AXA XL offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Total Rewards Program
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Enhanced Family-Friendly Leave Benefits
• Matching Gifts Program
• Volunteering Leave
• Global Day of Giving

Pay

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD $107,600 - $199,100. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience, and location.

Schedule

This role requires travel throughout the territory (20%).