Underwriter I; SDI

AXA XL is a leading provider of risk management solutions, specializing in construction subcontractor default insurance. The Underwriter I position involves underwriting SDI and related products for general contractors, requiring strong communication and negotiation skills to build relationships within the industry.

Responsibilities

• Marketing to producers to secure new and renewal business
• Reviewing of applications, terms and conditions, statement of values, loss history, price modeling, conducting appropriate research and working with SDI team colleagues to determine the degree of risk for each account based upon company SDI Regulations, Guidelines and underwriting authority granted
• Coordinating with varied business divisions including Risk Engineering, Actuarial, Claims, Reinsurance, Accounting, Marketing, Regulatory and others internally that support our businesses
• Creating creative risk transfer solutions to unique customers’ needs while safeguarding AXA XL’s bottom line
• Skillful, decisive and selective underwriting
• Maintaining a profitable portfolio of accounts
• Cross-selling with other groups at AXA XL to drive greater product density
• Various other duties in support of AXA XL’s the SDI product
• Your focus is to establish robust relationship internally and externally and to act as the critical interface between the broker and clients and the company. You are expected to continuously contribute to improve current working and underwriting practices
• Other opportunities within the Construction Business Unit
• We work collaboratively across lines and in support of our General Contractor partners. You will have opportunities to work on projects and in groups that move the construction industry forward

Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Some Construction underwriting experience (SDI, Property, Casualty or Construction Surety preferred)
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills as well as outstanding sales and marketing abilities
• Ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with senior personnel, brokers and clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required
• Outstanding computer skills (MS Office) are critical for the success of this position
• This position requires willingness for flexible work hours and travel up to % of the time, potentially including international travel
• Experience with Large Loss Sensitive programs and/or Loss Prevention is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive retirement savings plan
• Health and wellness programs
• Wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues

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