Property and Casualty Underwriter

3 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom AXA Full time
Career area: Underwriting

Specialism: Underwriting

Salary: Dependent on experience

About the Role

AXA is experiencing significant growth within its Commercial division, particularly in the South West and Wales regions. We are seeking to enhance our team by introducing two new Property and Casualty Underwriters. These positions offer a unique opportunity to establish foundational elements that will influence AXA's future trajectory.

The roles involve numerous opportunities to contribute to the success of branch accounts while ensuring excellence in customer service. Our team prioritizes collaboration, fostering strong relationships with brokers and business developers aligned with our panel.

At AXA, we promote a flexible work environment, allowing our employees to balance their professional and personal lives effectively. You will spend a significant portion of your week engaging with clients, attending industry events, or working from one of our office locations.

What We Offer:

Development of Technical Skills: We are committed to supporting your journey towards becoming an expert in your field, empowering you to make impactful decisions for our customers. Dynamic Career Progression: As we transform our operations, we are investing in innovative technologies to enhance our employees' and clients' experiences. Tailored Career Development: We are dedicated to nurturing talent through training and personalized development plans within a highly skilled team.

Responsibilities:

As a Commercial Underwriter, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our partnerships with brokers through adaptable and collaborative relationships. You will leverage your technical and trading skills to make informed decisions, supported by data and analytical tools. Your focus will be on driving profitable growth across both new and existing business within key markets.

Underwrite Property & Casualty business profitably, adhering to established underwriting standards and utilizing a comprehensive range of tools. Establish yourself as a trading authority among intermediaries, reinforcing confidence in our branch's capabilities through engagement with our Underwriting Technical Centre.

About You

Desired Qualifications:

Open-Mindedness: Willing to learn and challenge conventional approaches, with a focus on assisting colleagues and clients. Curiosity: Attentive to customer and market needs, integrating this knowledge into your work while maximizing AXA's development opportunities. Team Collaboration: Utilize your unique skills to work effectively with colleagues, taking responsibility and exploring innovative methods. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to cultivate robust relationships. Confident decision-maker with strong numerical reasoning abilities. Analytical skills with experience in account monitoring and strategic planning. Background in a commercial underwriting environment, preferably with mid-market experience.

Additional Information:

Candidates must be eligible and authorized to work in the United Kingdom. This role is classified under the Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD), which requires background screening every four years and an annual declaration in interim years.

Employee Benefits:

At AXA UK, we value our employees and regularly review our rewards package. You can expect:

Competitive annual salary based on experience Annual performance-based bonus Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions) Life Assurance (up to 10 times annual salary) 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave or sell up to 3 days of leave AXA employee discounts Gym benefits

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