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    Underwriting Manager - Chicago, IL, United States - AXA Group

    AXA Group
    AXA Group Chicago, IL, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Atlanta, GA USAThe Underwriting Manager for Fine Arts & Specie manages all aspects of the underwriting operations within the central region in accordance with corporate and divisional guidelines.

    This includes but is not limited to portfolio profitability, account pricing, portfolio rate change, renewal retention, marketing, new business production, development of staff and broker and client management.

    DISCOVER your opportunity The Underwriting Manager will manage a staff and an underwriting territory that includes business produced in several states in the Central Region and the Delegated Underwriting Authority arrangements.

    The Underwriting Manager must possess broad technical expertise across various classes of business and may personally handle the more complex risks within the territory.

    Further, the Underwriting Manager will act as a senior contact for insureds and retail brokers in the assigned geographic territory.

    Assume ownership of the P&L. Ensure strategic growth and development of the business in line with company objectives while retaining Clients. The Underwriting Manager is required to maintain visibility in the community thereby reinforcing AXA XL's brand in the community. Travel to accomplish this objective is required.

    The Underwriting Manager will support AXA XL's cross-sell objectives by understanding capabilities across other lines of business and maintaining open communication with colleagues in other departments.

    What will your essential responsibilities include?Execute departmental strategy and achieve P&L metrics including verification of appropriate risk premium calculations to ensure profitability.

    Leading, developing and proactively managing a team of underwriters.
    Oversight on submissions including applications, policy wording, inspection reports, loss runs, and financial reports.
    Imparting your thorough working knowledge of underwriting principles, procedures and controls to team members.
    Effective relationship management with clients and broker partners initiating opportunities for cross-selling offered products and ensuring account retention.
    Maintain visibility in the market by proactively marketing to insureds and brokers. Controlling timely implementation of new and renewed accounts according to quality standards.
    Ensuring client satisfaction as it relates to fulfillment of their insurance requirements.
    In coordination with other internal teams, determining appropriate reinsurance for risk placements.
    Reviewing loss control reports and managing policy endorsement requests to process any necessary changes to the policy.

    This position can sit in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York City or any other hub office such as Chicago, Dallas or Atlanta.

    You will report to the Head of Fine Arts & Specie in the Americas.

    SHARE your talentWe're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
    Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) required; professional designations preferred.
    Extensive number of years in underwriting experience, policy development, broker management in the respective line(s) of business.

    Moderate years of hands-on team leadership / management / supervision demonstrating increasing responsibilities and knowledge of team motivation principles and practices.

    Knowledge of functionality of systems including outstanding technical skills with Microsoft Office and other relevant systems. Excellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills combined with an outstanding work ethic.
    Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
    Excellent interpersonal skills, communication including active listening skills, networking, marketing and collaboration skills evidencing public speaking and presentation experience.
    Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and brokers.
    Outstanding time management skills; ability to multi task.
    Ability to lead in accordance with AXA XL's Core Values and Culture.
    FIND your futureAXA 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.

    How? 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 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.comInclusion & DiversityAXA 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 and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success.

    That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can 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 CharterLearn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    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. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future.

    Our 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:
    How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future.

    We're committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.


    Addressing climate change:
    The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption.

    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. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.


    AXA Hearts in Action:

    We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs.

    These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.The pay range for this position is $118,500 – $233,000. 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.


    Job SummaryJob number:

    AXA11361D Date posted :
    Profession: Property & Casualty InsuranceEmployment type: STANDARD
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