Underwriter, Primary Casualty USRM Central Region

U.S. Risk Management has an exciting opportunity to join the Central Zone underwriting team. AXA XL provides customized risk management programs for major businesses and institutions operating in the U.S. This role will require a hybrid in-office schedule and can be based out of our Chicago or Dallas office.

About the role

As a Senior Underwriter, you will produce, underwrite, manage, and service a profitable book of new and renewal business per AXA XL underwriting guidelines. You will act as the critical interface between brokers, clients, and the company, continuously contributing to improving underwriting practices. This role reports to the Head of Central, Primary Casualty.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk review and analysis, determining terms, conditions, and appropriate pricing in accordance with granted authority and AXA XL underwriting guidelines.
• Effectively 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 and maintain effective business relationships with accounts, providing risk stewardship, including initial setup of service commitments and ongoing consultation.
• Complete all required steps on account setup, documentation, and account 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 specific 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 and problem-solving skills, along with strong 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 conventional ideas; bright and capable of handling highly complex situations.
• Outstanding demonstration of initiative, interpersonal skills, integrity, and a professional demeanor.

About us

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We provide customized re/insurance solutions for mid-sized companies, multinationals, and individuals by combining a comprehensive capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace. We partner with those who move the world forward.

Benefits

• Inclusion: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and fosters an inclusive culture. We have five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability, and inclusion, with 20 chapters globally. We offer robust support for flexible working arrangements and enhanced family-friendly leave benefits.
• Total Rewards: Our program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and financial security with competitive compensation and personalized, evolving benefits.
• Sustainability: Our 2023-26 strategy, "Roots of resilience," focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations. We also offer volunteering and charitable giving programs, including Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave, and the Global Day of Giving.

Pay

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 107,600 - 209,100. 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.