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Axis Accident & Health Underwriter in London - Scalpel, United Kingdom
This is your 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 join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our growing International Accident & Health team in London and work alongside some exciting global clients. We are able to offer our clients both Lloyds and Company Paper. Our distribution strategy is heavily focused on delegated business and as such would requires ‘Connected Underwriting’ within the organization. Good data analytical skills are essential.
Job Summary
Trusted to operate within the underwriting guidelines with full underwriting authority.
Able to undertake all the analysis required and prepare and submit all the necessary documentation to support underwriting decisions.
Manages relationships with clients/brokers – acts as an ambassador for AXIS in every working relationship, cementing our reputation internally and externally.
Holds broad relationships across the market with brokers, clients and peers.
To be the Lead point of contact
Monitor the underwriting performance of the business and make changes as necessary.
Able to undertake analysis on the existing portfolio and identify areas where changes could impact and improve financial performance or operational performance.
Work closely with colleagues in Delegated Underwriting, Conduct Risk, Actuarial, Claims, Bordereaux Management, Finance, Audit to appropriately manage binding authority contracts.
Mentor junior members of the team
Able to run with projects such as product development, rating model improvements or similar, managing the internal and external interfaces and delivering the project on time with a successful outcome.
Able to introduce profitable new business to AXIS and to manage a portfolio within the product line.Accountable for the results.
Navigate internal operating systems
Key Responsibilities
Underwrite such classes of business as outlined in the Underwriting Authority to achieve targets set out in the business plan, in accordance with internal policy on underwriting standards and control
Establish and maintain beneficial working relationships with brokers, clients and reinsurers to develop the business, and negotiate both new and renewal contracts.
Monitor individual business segment and portfolio results through appropriate analysis and reporting
Use and enhancement of benchmarking tools and models to support business pricing requirements
Act as focal point for the provision of technical information in respect of the classes underwritten
Day to day support and mentoring of junior team members
Use formal reporting mechanisms to promptly notify relevant parties of any perceived new risks or failures of existing control measures
Act in a way that pays due regards to the interests of customers and treats them fairly at all times
All Employees must endeavour to provide accurate, complete and appropriate data, in accordance with Axis’s Data Policy, as part of their roles and responsibilities at all times.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Significant Accident & Health Insurance Experience
Background in financial services, preferably within the Lloyd’s Market
Ideally with or working towards ACII
Competence in Microsoft Excel to an advanced level
Other Desired Skills & Characteristics
Strong personal skills; be able to build and maintain relationships
Excellent Communication Skills – Positive Communication both written and oral
Growth mindset
Able to work well independently and within a team
Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.
We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.
Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.