AXA XL
Head of Ocean Marine
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Head of Ocean Marine
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AXA XL .
AXA XL offers property, casualty, financial lines and specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions for mid‑sized companies through to large multinationals globally. We blend underwriting discipline, analytic excellence, and a strong market focus to create stellar partnerships with clients and brokers.
Our ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world’s risks. In the Americas, we’ll live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide, helping clients build more sustainable, thriving businesses.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Profit & Loss
Define and execute the strategic direction for the Ocean Marine unit within Large Commercial.
Own budgeting, profitability targets, pricing strategy, and portfolio quality across Cargo, Hull, and Liability.
Manage renewals of existing policies and originate and underwrite new business.
Growth, Market Expansion & Channel Management
Lead growth initiatives and geographic expansion plans, including new broker partnerships and cross‑sell opportunities.
Develop and manage a robust broker distribution strategy to drive market share in current and new regions.
Governance, Underwriting Standards & Risk Management
Establish and maintain underwriting guidelines, risk appetite, and referral processes to ensure consistent quality and regulatory compliance.
Partner with analytics to monitor portfolio risk, loss experience, and performance trends; adjust strategies as needed.
Talent Development & Organizational Health
Manage and mentor a high‑performing underwriting team; implement succession planning and development plans.
Foster a culture of learning, cross‑functional collaboration, and accountability.
Stakeholder Engagement & External Representation
Maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and cross‑functional leaders (Product, Pricing, Ops).
Represent the organization at industry events and internal/external forums to advance the Marine business.
Operations & Continuous Improvement
Streamline processes, leverage data and technology (e.g., workflow tooling, analytics dashboards) to improve efficiency and decision quality.
Change Management & Future Readiness
Lead and manage change initiatives (growth, product development, process improvements) with a focus on adoption and business impact.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent).
Proven extensive experience in Ocean Marine insurance underwriting and managing a market‑leading team.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of product and industry, reflective of successful progression through various job family levels.
Leadership: ability to lead and motivate; results‑oriented with a focus on achieving performance targets.
Advanced analytical, negotiation and sales/marketing skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Interpersonal Savvy – ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts.
Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy and planning.
Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
About AXA XL AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We combine a comprehensive capital platform, data‑driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent to deliver top client service across all lines of business.
Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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.
Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security, providing competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
Sustainability Our 2023‑26 Sustainability strategy, “Roots of Resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change and embedding sustainable practices across operations.
Salary U.S. base salary range: USD 225,000 – 275,000. Actual pay will be determined based on individual skills, experience and location.
Benefits Benefits include a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and learning opportunities for professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Head of Ocean Marine
role at
AXA XL .
AXA XL offers property, casualty, financial lines and specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions for mid‑sized companies through to large multinationals globally. We blend underwriting discipline, analytic excellence, and a strong market focus to create stellar partnerships with clients and brokers.
Our ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world’s risks. In the Americas, we’ll live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide, helping clients build more sustainable, thriving businesses.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Profit & Loss
Define and execute the strategic direction for the Ocean Marine unit within Large Commercial.
Own budgeting, profitability targets, pricing strategy, and portfolio quality across Cargo, Hull, and Liability.
Manage renewals of existing policies and originate and underwrite new business.
Growth, Market Expansion & Channel Management
Lead growth initiatives and geographic expansion plans, including new broker partnerships and cross‑sell opportunities.
Develop and manage a robust broker distribution strategy to drive market share in current and new regions.
Governance, Underwriting Standards & Risk Management
Establish and maintain underwriting guidelines, risk appetite, and referral processes to ensure consistent quality and regulatory compliance.
Partner with analytics to monitor portfolio risk, loss experience, and performance trends; adjust strategies as needed.
Talent Development & Organizational Health
Manage and mentor a high‑performing underwriting team; implement succession planning and development plans.
Foster a culture of learning, cross‑functional collaboration, and accountability.
Stakeholder Engagement & External Representation
Maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and cross‑functional leaders (Product, Pricing, Ops).
Represent the organization at industry events and internal/external forums to advance the Marine business.
Operations & Continuous Improvement
Streamline processes, leverage data and technology (e.g., workflow tooling, analytics dashboards) to improve efficiency and decision quality.
Change Management & Future Readiness
Lead and manage change initiatives (growth, product development, process improvements) with a focus on adoption and business impact.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent).
Proven extensive experience in Ocean Marine insurance underwriting and managing a market‑leading team.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of product and industry, reflective of successful progression through various job family levels.
Leadership: ability to lead and motivate; results‑oriented with a focus on achieving performance targets.
Advanced analytical, negotiation and sales/marketing skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Interpersonal Savvy – ability to build and maintain robust insured and broker contacts.
Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy and planning.
Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
About AXA XL AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We combine a comprehensive capital platform, data‑driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent to deliver top client service across all lines of business.
Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
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.
Total Rewards AXA XL’s Reward program covers health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security, providing competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
Sustainability Our 2023‑26 Sustainability strategy, “Roots of Resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change and embedding sustainable practices across operations.
Salary U.S. base salary range: USD 225,000 – 275,000. Actual pay will be determined based on individual skills, experience and location.
Benefits Benefits include a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and learning opportunities for professional development.
Equal Opportunity Employer AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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