AXA XL
Underwriting Development Program - Associate Underwriter
AXA XL, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Join AXA XL as an Associate Underwriter and embark on a comprehensive Underwriting Development Program designed to build your expertise in insurance. Throughout this program, you will gain hands-on experience, participate in industry-specific training, and explore emerging trends. You'll also develop essential business skills through interactive workshops; all while being mentored by experienced professionals. This unique opportunity is crafted to accelerate your growth within the underwriting field and prepare you for a successful career in insurance. As a newly established business division of AXA XL, our Middle Market business focuses on the expansion of AXA XL’s current offerings to mid-sized clients in the US Commercial P&C market. We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Underwriter to join an established underwriting team in a rapidly growing and dynamic division. The individual will be responsible for servicing a renewal book and producing new business through exceptional underwriting practices for the East Region. This program will launch in June/July of 2026. What you’ll be doing
What will your essential responsibilities include? Build and enhance relationships with assigned brokers and clients to identify and establish new distribution relationships. Collaborate across business units and functions to leverage existing resources to underwrite, manage and service a Private Equity renewal book and produce new business in accordance with the Private Equity underwriting unit goals. Exercise discretion and self-supported judgment in the analysis and evaluation of risk. Participate in roundtable discussions on risk assessment. Negotiate with producers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives. Build expertise within the Private Equity portfolio community to address the needs of our clients. A one AXA solutions approach to private equity underwriting. Maintain compliance with all internal and external underwriting guidelines and legal requirements. You will report to the Chief Underwriting Officer, Private Equity, Middle Market. What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations. Robust collaborative skills in a fast-paced team-centric environment. Outstanding interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills. The ability to demonstrate critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills. A bachelor’s degree is required. Who we are
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. By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, we are 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 What we offer Inclusion
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 enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and 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 Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. 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. 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: Resilient ecosystems are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: 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. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, including Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave, and our Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $66,600-105,100 USD. 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 offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe 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 about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
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Join AXA XL as an Associate Underwriter and embark on a comprehensive Underwriting Development Program designed to build your expertise in insurance. Throughout this program, you will gain hands-on experience, participate in industry-specific training, and explore emerging trends. You'll also develop essential business skills through interactive workshops; all while being mentored by experienced professionals. This unique opportunity is crafted to accelerate your growth within the underwriting field and prepare you for a successful career in insurance. As a newly established business division of AXA XL, our Middle Market business focuses on the expansion of AXA XL’s current offerings to mid-sized clients in the US Commercial P&C market. We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Underwriter to join an established underwriting team in a rapidly growing and dynamic division. The individual will be responsible for servicing a renewal book and producing new business through exceptional underwriting practices for the East Region. This program will launch in June/July of 2026. What you’ll be doing
What will your essential responsibilities include? Build and enhance relationships with assigned brokers and clients to identify and establish new distribution relationships. Collaborate across business units and functions to leverage existing resources to underwrite, manage and service a Private Equity renewal book and produce new business in accordance with the Private Equity underwriting unit goals. Exercise discretion and self-supported judgment in the analysis and evaluation of risk. Participate in roundtable discussions on risk assessment. Negotiate with producers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives. Build expertise within the Private Equity portfolio community to address the needs of our clients. A one AXA solutions approach to private equity underwriting. Maintain compliance with all internal and external underwriting guidelines and legal requirements. You will report to the Chief Underwriting Officer, Private Equity, Middle Market. What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations. Robust collaborative skills in a fast-paced team-centric environment. Outstanding interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills. The ability to demonstrate critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills. A bachelor’s degree is required. Who we are
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. By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, we are 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 What we offer Inclusion
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 enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and 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 Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. 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. 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: Resilient ecosystems are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: 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. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, including Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave, and our Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $66,600-105,100 USD. 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 offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe 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 about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
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