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Underwriter I, Large Commercial Property
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AXA XL Working as part of the Property Underwriting team, the role will be focused on securing and maintaining profitable business opportunities through leading edge solutions for client needs. Therefore, the role requires a significant amount of interaction with Clients, Brokers and internal stakeholders. What you’ll be doing
What will your essential responsibilities include? Develop and structure tailor-made solutions through our risk transfer and service-related products, in accordance with the Property Underwriting guidelines and relevant best practices, to enhance our customer and broker experience. Procure new business opportunities through effective marketing strategies designed around supporting our key brokers, fostering new broker relationships, and meeting with prospective clients. Evaluate appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the Property sector, reinsurance cessions as well as the underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability. Utilize effective sales and negotiating skills to bring new business and renewal transactions to a successful close. Initiate and collaborate internally with other business units to uncover and pursue cross-sell opportunities. Manage timely implementation of new and renewal accounts, including but not limited to referrals, quotes, binders, facultative reinsurance, policies, engineering services, premium collection in accordance with company standards. Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure client satisfaction and respond to client and AXA XL queries in a timely manner. Develop best practices and the sharing of underwriting knowledge within the team. Proactively foster positive relationships with renewal clients including pre-renewal and stewardship engagements to get a mutual understanding of their needs. You will report to the Underwriting Manager for the central zone, NA Property Underwriting team. What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills And Abilities
Some property underwriting experience with thorough technical knowledge of underwriting, rating methodologies, forms and business processes. Candidate needs to have a basic understanding of global and domestic property underwriting. Large account experience and HPR background is a plus. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and trading partners. Desired Skills And Abilities
Bachelor’s Degree preferred; professional designations CPCU, ARM a plus Excellent analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent marketing, presentation, and negotiation skills. 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 deliver top client service across all our lines of business. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are core to our culture and success. 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. Our diversity efforts include employee resource groups and flexible working arrangements as part of a broader commitment to an inclusive culture. Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. For more details about AXA XL benefits, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025. Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security with competitive compensation and inclusive benefits. We are committed to rewarding contributions for the long term and supporting colleagues’ development. Sustainability
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, Roots of resilience, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations. Our Pillars
Valuing nature: Protecting and restoring nature and promoting biodiversity. Addressing climate change: Building a net zero strategy and advancing solutions across products and services. Integrating ESG: Training colleagues, engaging partners, and evolving governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: Volunteering and charitable giving programs, including Matching Gifts and volunteer days. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 86,700 - 117,300. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with pay. Benefits include health, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Overtime and location details: Kansas City, MO area postings are listed for reference; the primary role is in the AXA XL property underwriting team.
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Underwriter I, Large Commercial Property
role at
AXA XL Working as part of the Property Underwriting team, the role will be focused on securing and maintaining profitable business opportunities through leading edge solutions for client needs. Therefore, the role requires a significant amount of interaction with Clients, Brokers and internal stakeholders. What you’ll be doing
What will your essential responsibilities include? Develop and structure tailor-made solutions through our risk transfer and service-related products, in accordance with the Property Underwriting guidelines and relevant best practices, to enhance our customer and broker experience. Procure new business opportunities through effective marketing strategies designed around supporting our key brokers, fostering new broker relationships, and meeting with prospective clients. Evaluate appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the Property sector, reinsurance cessions as well as the underwriting and general administration costs to ensure profitability. Utilize effective sales and negotiating skills to bring new business and renewal transactions to a successful close. Initiate and collaborate internally with other business units to uncover and pursue cross-sell opportunities. Manage timely implementation of new and renewal accounts, including but not limited to referrals, quotes, binders, facultative reinsurance, policies, engineering services, premium collection in accordance with company standards. Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure client satisfaction and respond to client and AXA XL queries in a timely manner. Develop best practices and the sharing of underwriting knowledge within the team. Proactively foster positive relationships with renewal clients including pre-renewal and stewardship engagements to get a mutual understanding of their needs. You will report to the Underwriting Manager for the central zone, NA Property Underwriting team. What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills And Abilities
Some property underwriting experience with thorough technical knowledge of underwriting, rating methodologies, forms and business processes. Candidate needs to have a basic understanding of global and domestic property underwriting. Large account experience and HPR background is a plus. Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and trading partners. Desired Skills And Abilities
Bachelor’s Degree preferred; professional designations CPCU, ARM a plus Excellent analytical skills. Excellent communication skills. Excellent marketing, presentation, and negotiation skills. 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 deliver top client service across all our lines of business. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Inclusion and diversity are core to our culture and success. 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. Our diversity efforts include employee resource groups and flexible working arrangements as part of a broader commitment to an inclusive culture. Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. For more details about AXA XL benefits, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025. Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security with competitive compensation and inclusive benefits. We are committed to rewarding contributions for the long term and supporting colleagues’ development. Sustainability
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, Roots of resilience, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations. Our Pillars
Valuing nature: Protecting and restoring nature and promoting biodiversity. Addressing climate change: Building a net zero strategy and advancing solutions across products and services. Integrating ESG: Training colleagues, engaging partners, and evolving governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: Volunteering and charitable giving programs, including Matching Gifts and volunteer days. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL. The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 86,700 - 117,300. Actual pay will be determined based on skills, experience, and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with pay. Benefits include health, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Overtime and location details: Kansas City, MO area postings are listed for reference; the primary role is in the AXA XL property underwriting team.
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