Assistant Vice President Underwriter Commercial Management Liability Specialist

13 hours ago


New York, New York, United States Axis Full time
Job Title: Assistant Vice President Underwriter Commercial Management Liability

This is an exciting 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 will be part of a team that is among the best in the industry. We believe that we are only as strong as our people, and 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. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we believe that our differences are what make us stronger. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Retain existing business while strategically prospecting new opportunities targeting middle-market Public, Private, and Not-For-Profit Management Liability clients.
  • Manage a book of business concerning new lines, renewals, and cross-marketing of product lines within AXIS.
  • Meet established divisional servicing objectives related to quote turnaround, policy issuance, phone management, renewal management, file maintenance, and documentation.
  • Analyze and underwrite individual risks. Develop appropriate limit structure, retention, pricing, and endorsements within underwriting guidelines.
  • Continue to develop and update product and underwriting knowledge.
  • Participate in prospecting by identifying new business targets and opportunities and working closely with wholesale brokers to ensure the department receives the opportunity to offer proposals. Make strategy recommendations to the supervisor.
  • Review and evaluate primarily new business based on company underwriting guidelines, competition, and geographic focus. Develop strategy and make recommendations.
  • Cross-sell with Financial Institutions, Management Liability Practices, and other business units.
  • Perform the required number of broker marketing calls, including out-of-state travel.
  • Solicit new accounts, gather market intelligence, and deliver up-to-date department information on products and services.
  • Manage select agency relationships to ensure objectives are achieved.
  • Maintain up-to-date familiarity with economic and legal factors impacting the department's business lines and the insurance industry.
  • Participate in special projects department initiatives.
  • Coordinate with branch marketing representatives and profit center representatives to allow for cross-marketing.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in underwriting in Public, Private, and Not-For-Profit Sector Management Liability (D&O, EPLI, FLI, and Crime).
  • Direct background targeting insureds with revenues under $1.5 Billion.
  • Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to establish broker relationships within the region.

We offer a competitive salary range of $140K to $184K, depending on experience and location. In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. We also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including medical plans, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.



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