Senior Life and Disability Underwriter

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom AXA XL Full time

AXA XL is looking for an experienced underwriter to take a prominent role for writing Renewable risks as part of an overall energy transition (ET) business portfolio.
AXA XL are committed to a carbon net zero future. Whilst the ET segment is still in its infancy, and the classification / taxonomy is still evolving, our ET team will support alternative fuel, carbon capture and renewable energy operations that contribute towards carbon net zero targets.
it will require an agile mindset, balancing a portfolio approach with the fundamentals of underwriting - whilst maintaining a keen eye on profitability. You will have the support of highly qualified & experienced risk engineers to keep abreast of the latest developments in technology, and actuaries to help you quantify and price these risks. The ET book will be the cornerstone to helping to meet AXA XL's net-zero underwriting goals and a key contributor to its wider energy transition journey. Calculating appropriate risk premium, with support from the actuarial team.
Servicing accounts and managing client engagement.
contributing to overall strategy and financial planning.
This position is the first of its kind for AXA XL and in the first instance you will report to the Head of Energy.
A technical underwriting background with a demonstrable background in writing against complex risk.
• Ability to manually price out risks.
• Inquisitive, innovative mindset, with the imagination to develop new products or find solutions for emerging risks.
• 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, 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.
Inclusion & Diversity
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.
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 Charter
com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity . 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 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. 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. 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.



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