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Join AXA XLs Marine team, where we combine innovative thinking with solid analytics to deliver tailored solutions that meet our clients' unique needs. Our responsive and knowledgeable underwriters are trusted partners for businesses looking to make an impact.
As a vital member of the Marine Underwriting team, you will focus on securing new business and servicing existing accounts, primarily in Ocean Cargo, while also covering Marine Hull & Liabilities. Your role involves developing customized solutions for complex risks to attract new clients and retain current ones, all in line with our Underwriting guidelines.
In this position, you will contribute significantly to expanding our market share while upholding the highest underwriting standards by reviewing, evaluating, selecting, classifying, pricing, and quoting acceptable risks.
What youll be doing
What will your essential responsibilities include?
- Secure new business and support existing client accounts.
- Manage complex placements for optimal financial performance.
- Ensure effective risk selection and adherence to underwriting guidelines.
- Collaborate across teams to enhance marine service offerings.
- Execute territorial strategic operating marketing plans.
- Collaborate across AXA XL product lines to advance the marine unit and identify cross-sell opportunities
- Assist the marine leadership team as necessary on project work to expand the appetite and product offerings.
You will report to the Underwriting Manager, Cargo.
What youll bring
Were looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
- Bachelors Degree; relevant professional designations a plus.
- Designations (or progress towards) is preferred including, but not limited to: CPCU, CIC, AU, AAI, CLCS, CRM, and ARM.
- Ocean Marine insurance underwriting experience, including Ocean Cargo, Hull, and Marine Liabilities.
- Proven success in driving profitable growth.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Seasoned relationships with brokers and producers with desire to expand network.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
- Travel of up to 15% of the time is anticipated.
Who we are
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 dont just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.
How? 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.
Learn more at axaxl.com
What we offer
Inclusion 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. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. Thats why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential.
Its 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
Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards AXA XLs Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.
Were committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
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.
Our Pillars - Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. Were committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
- Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. 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. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. Were 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 XLs Hearts in Action programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.
For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 124,500 - 186,500.
Actual pay will be determined based upon the individuals skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues pay.
At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XLs benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Finance and Sales Industries
Insurance
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