Underwriter, Primary Casualty Large Commercial, USRM

San Francisco, CA – U.S. Risk Management has an exciting opportunity to join the West Zone underwriting team at AXA XL, which provides customized risk management programs for major businesses and institutions operating in the U.S. Underwriters have deep expertise and broad authority for quick execution, acting as the critical interface between brokers, clients, and the company.

About the role

As an Underwriter II, you will deliver a profitable underwriting service to clients, joining an established team within AXA XL’s West Zone. You will report to the Head of West, Primary Casualty, and focus on producing, underwriting, managing, and servicing a profitable book of new and renewal business in alignment with AXA XL underwriting guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk review and analysis, determining terms, conditions, and appropriate pricing within granted authority and AXA XL underwriting guidelines.
• Negotiate and secure policy terms that align with AXA XL directives.
• Cultivate key broker relationships in the region to maintain a steady stream of business within underwriting appetite.
• Build effective business relationships with accounts, providing risk stewardship, including initial setup of service commitments and ongoing consultation.
• Complete all required steps for account setup, documentation, and management.
• Partner with internal service providers to build long-term relationships between customers, brokers, and AXA XL, managing expectations of all parties.
• Cross-market with other AXA XL lines and meet with brokers and insureds as required.
• Develop and manage underwriting strategies for renewals and targets within your portfolio, including knowledge of current product penetration, cross-marketing opportunities, and plans to increase company share.

Requirements

• Moderate to extensive underwriting experience with large risk management accounts, focusing on high deductible, self-insured retentions, captives, group captives, bundled, and unbundled claims.
• Knowledge of workers compensation, general liability, and automobile lines of business.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers and producers.
• Robust analytical, problem-solving, sales, and marketing abilities.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills.

Skills

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to visualize what doesn’t exist and know how to achieve it; invent, design, and build.
• Mental Agility: Innovative thinker, willing to challenge ideas and handle highly complex situations.
• Outstanding demonstration of initiative, interpersonal skills, integrity, and professional demeanor.

About AXA XL

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We provide re/insurance solutions with a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and an agile, inclusive workspace. Our innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions partners with those who move the world forward. Learn more at axaxl.com.

Benefits

• Inclusion & Diversity: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and fosters an inclusive culture. We offer five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability, and inclusion, with 20 chapters globally. We support flexible working arrangements and enhanced family-friendly leave benefits. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL.
• Total Rewards: Competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits covering health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and financial security. Includes a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. View US Benefits at a Glance.
• Sustainability: AXA XL’s 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, "Roots of resilience," focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices. Includes initiatives like AXA Hearts in Action for volunteering and charitable giving. Learn more about Sustainability at AXA XL.

Pay

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 102,000–170,000. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, experience, and location.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.