Underwriter II, Excess Casualty Specialist

6 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States AXA XL Ltd Full time
Job Title: Underwriter II, Excess Casualty

We are seeking an experienced Underwriter II to join our Excess Casualty team in Los Angeles, CA or San Francisco, CA. As an Underwriter II, you will be responsible for delivering a profitable underwriting service to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Reviewing submissions, including applications, policy wording, inspection reports, loss runs, and financial reports, to determine the degree of risk for each account.
  • Underwriting business within the agreed business plan and individual authority.
  • Calculating appropriate risk premium by considering the risk costs inherent to the sector, program structure, and general administration costs while ensuring profitability.
  • Proactively advising, assisting, servicing, and following up with clients on insurance and risk management matters to ensure satisfaction and fulfillment of their insurance requirements.
  • Effective relationship management to initiate opportunities for cross-selling offered products and ensuring account retention.
  • Controlling timely implementation of new and renewed accounts according to quality standards.
  • Reviewing loss control reports and managing policy endorsement requests to process any necessary changes to the policy.
  • Supporting the business planning and forecasting process; monitoring financial exposure within outlined limits; monitoring premium income to ensure it remains within set limits.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent)
  • Moderate to extensive experience in the relevant class of business, possessing functional knowledge and skills reflective of a fully competent practitioner.
  • Robust industry knowledge and commercial/business acumen.
  • Analytical, negotiation, and sales/marketing skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service focus is a must.
  • Interpersonal savvy - demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong insured and broker contacts.
  • Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy, and planning.
  • Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
About AXA XL:

AXA XL is a leading provider of commercial and specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions. We are committed to delivering innovative and tailored solutions to our clients, and we are seeking talented individuals to join our team.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a motivated and experienced underwriter looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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