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Axis Underwriter - International Casualty in London - Scalpel, United Kingdom
This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
What will you do in this role?
AXIS International Casualty MGA team are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team of underwriters operating in one of the fastest-growing segments of the specialty insurance industry.
The Underwriter, will act within established guidelines to market, analyse, review, evaluate and monitor new and manage renewal accounts of all casualty program business.
Role will be focussed in the non-US delegated authority sector of the Casualty space.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Underwrite such classes of business as outlined in the Underwriting Authority to achieve targets set out in the business plan, in accordance with Axis underwriting standards.
Main point of contact for the referral business from the wide range of coverholders.
Reviews and evaluates both renewal and new business in conjunction with the senior underwriters in the team.
Establish and maintain beneficial working relationships with brokers, clients and reinsurers to develop the business, and negotiate new and renewal business.
Use formal reporting mechanisms to promptly notify relevant parties of any perceived new risks or failures of existing control measures.
Continues to develop and update product and underwriting knowledge.
Maintains up-to-date familiarity with economic and legal factors that impact the department’s products and the overall Liability industry.
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Develop broad relationships across the market with brokers / Coverholders
Able to be the lead point of contact for AXIS with brokers / clients as necessary.
Work with all internal stakeholders to ensure business is efficiently managed and processed.
AUTHORITY
Trusted to operate within the underwriting guidelines with full underwriting authority.
Able to undertake all the analysis required and prepare and submit all the necessary documentation to support underwriting decisions.
Able to adhere to the delegated authority compliance and actuarial process and obtain all sign offs required
Review referrals which are outside of coverholder authority
You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.
About You:
We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.
What you need to have:
The ideal candidate will have experience within the liability classes, have binder knowledge and the ability to build and maintain broker and coverholder relationships
Background
International Insurance Casualty Experience
Delegated authority experience
Knowledge of FCA, PRA and / or Lloyd’s
ACII preferred
Strong written and oral communication skills
Decisions based on data and analytics, using experience and judgement to get to the result
Computer skills – good working knowledge of MS Office, advanced Excel skills
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Role Factors:
Expected to attend the office 3-4 days a week and whenever required by line manager.
What we offer:
You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.
Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.
We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.
Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.