Underwriting Manager – UK International Casualty

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom AXA Group Full time

Underwriting Manager Role Overview

AXA XL is seeking an experienced Underwriting Manager to lead our International Casualty team in the UK. This is a key role that requires a strong technical underwriting background, excellent people management skills, and the ability to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain underwriting procedures and processes to ensure adherence to company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives within the underwriting function, including data analytics and risk management.
  • Facilitate underwriting and technical committees to ensure clear communication and informed decision-making.
  • Conduct regular reviews of underwriting guidelines and recommend updates to reflect industry best practices and regulatory changes.
  • Assist in underwriting file reviews to ensure adherence to established principles and procedures.
  • Analyze underwriting data to identify potential risk areas and recommend mitigating strategies.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of new product areas, including researching and staying current on industry trends.
  • Prepare reports and presentations on underwriting performance and risk management activities.
  • Lead and develop a team of underwriters, acting as a referral point and imparting underwriting knowledge and skills.
  • Underwrite high-profile and complex UK and global accounts, complying with underwriting guidelines and authorities.
  • Act as the escalation point for global and strategic partners, leading and promoting strategic relationships with brokers, clients, and reinsurers.

Requirements

  • Extensive technical underwriting experience and broker management in Casualty.
  • Significant people management credential and effective hands-on team leadership in accordance with AXA XL corporate values.
  • Experience in portfolio management and data analytics.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills combined with a positive work ethic.
  • Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and communication, including active listening, networking, marketing, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers, and brokers.
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

About AXA XL

AXA XL is the property and casualty and specialty risk division of AXA. We provide reinsurance and insurance solutions to mid-sized companies, multinationals, and individuals. Our innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions partners with those who move the world forward.

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