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AXA XL

Underwriter I, E&S Casualty

AXA XL, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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AXA XL AXA XL's Excess and Surplus business unit offers Umbrella and Excess Liability coverage to North American based Insureds. Underwriting teams are based in the United States, Canada, Bermuda and Dublin. Coverage is written on an occurrence, claims-made or occurrence reported basis. Our broad range of appetite includes clients in manufacturing, retail, construction, energy, rail, and many more. At AXA XL, our team has poised for growth in the dynamic world of Excess and Surplus lines. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative team that has been unlocking the future since 1978, creating teams that excel at innovation, expanding geographically, building new products, and serving our wholesale partners with excellence. We take our work seriously while fostering an environment where ideas can flourish. We invite you to be part of a team that values analytical rigor, collaboration, and client service excellence. What you’ll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

Supporting the successful execution of region’s strategic plan with a focus on the region and book assigned. Handling an existing portfolio of E&S Casualty business, meeting growth goals and ensuring profitability for the region. Creating visibility in the assigned territory by communicating underwriting appetite and generating new opportunities through building and maintaining broker relationships. Working independently, you will be granted underwriting authority based on experience level. Cultivating key broker relationships in the region to maintain a steady stream of business within our underwriting appetite. Providing clients with a service that supports the positive image of the company. Cross-marketing with other XL lines; meeting with brokers and insureds as required. You will report to the Head of E&S Casualty. What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills

Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience. Some E&S Underwriting Experience in Casualty General Liability and/or Excess. Some existing marketing relationships are preferred within their assigned territory with experience in production underwriting role. Possess in-depth underwriting expertise across general classes and can manage high volume portfolio. Self-starter who is organized and able to work independently as well as collaboratively as needed. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain outstanding insured and broker contacts. Outstanding Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and presentation skills and willingness to mentor others. Travel is estimated at 30%. About AXA XL

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. We do this 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 lines of business — property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. We partner with those who move the world forward. Learn more at axaxl.com Inclusion and 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. We strive for an inclusive culture and to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible. 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 AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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