Head of International Claims

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom AXIS Insurance Full time

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.

Head of International Claims

About AXIS

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a leading provider of specialty insurance and global reinsurance. We give people and organizations the confidence to take necessary risks in the pursuit of their goals and ambitions. Our strength is grounded in our people and culture, which encourages collaboration, diversity, and entrepreneurialism.

Life at AXIS
- Hybrid work model: We value work-life balance and offer flexibility to our employees through a hybrid work model
- Diverse and inclusive environment: We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees
- Career growth opportunities: We are committed to your professional development and offer various opportunities for growth advancement
- Social impact initiatives: We believe in making a difference and support various social and

environmental causes

Contact

Andrew Darby

Global Talent Acquisition Lead

609 375 9108

AXIS is seeking a

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing within budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs, and properly accounting for expenses to achieve fiscal responsibility.

Establishing metrics and utilizing existing performance monitoring systems and data to provide quantifiable performance tracking to ensure quality and productivity.

Leading and fostering a transformation mindset supporting claims improvement and growth aligned to broader Axis strategies and growth plans.

Identifying claims processes and service models that need improvement aligning with the strategic goal of developing modern, efficient claims processes and service in collaboration with Axis International Claims Operations.

Ensuring all claims are managed and reserved in accordance with the AXIS claims handling guidelines and protocols and ensuring that Lloyd’s Claims Management Principles and Minimum Standards are met and exceeded.

Working closely with Xchanging claims services (XCS), other service providers and market members to ensure a premiere claims service to clients is provided and maintained

Building and maintaining key relationships with internal stakeholders
_e.g_., peers, underwriting, actuarial, ceded reinsurance, various executive management leaders).

Building and maintain key relationships with external stakeholders
_e.g_., brokers, insureds, regulators - including FCA and PRA, Lloyds Market Association, attorneys, auditors, reinsurers, vendors, TPAs and MGA/MGUs).

Working closely with product development and underwriting teams ensuring that coverage issues, opinions and experiences gained in claims process are shared with the overall goal of improving products, underwriting and claims handling.

Working closely with other departments within AXIS including actuarial, underwriting, finance and ceded reinsurance ensuring that critical claims information is shared and elevated in a timely and appropriate manner to enhance overall Axis performance.

Leading a performance enhancement culture by actively coaching and mentoring direct reports, providing regular feedback, and developing employees for broader roles and responsibilities that support professional growth and development and working collaboratively with HR Business partner support and guidance.

Recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent as well as developing succession plans.

KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES:
10-15+ years of claims leadership and management experience focused on International Claims experience with commercial and specialty insurers, as well as:

- Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and management skills
- A good working knowledge of the London market and claims subscription process, including the use of CLASS, ECF systems and working in line with the IUA and Lloyd’s markets.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels, both internally and externally as well as the ability to identify and resolve complex, disputed claims
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with people with conflicting expectations, differing opinions, and multiple viewpoints
- Relevant professional qualifications - ACII or equivalent
- Travel is associated with this role

Preferred Locations:
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