Sr. Underwriter/Underwriting Manager
Sr. Underwriter/Underwriting Manager
AXIS (AXIS Capital)
Chicago, IL
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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.
The Senior Underwriter or Underwriting Manager underwrites and manages a diverse book of private company Management Liability business, including Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Fiduciary and Crime; manages and implements marketing to Chicago and Midwest regional brokers; executes LMM regional budget and strategy for growth and profit while adhering to all underwriting guidelines.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
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.
The Senior Underwriter or Underwriting Manager underwrites and manages a diverse book of private company Management Liability business, including Directors & Officers, Employment Practices, Fiduciary and Crime; manages and implements marketing to Chicago and Midwest regional brokers; executes LMM regional budget and strategy for growth and profit while adhering to all underwriting guidelines.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prospects new business targets; develops strategies to procure new business
- Forms and develops new relationships as well as maintains and strengthens existing relationships with brokers operating in Midwest LMM Region
- Manages personal book of business including new lines, renewals, and cross-marketing of product lines within AXIS
- Reviews accounts and obtains appropriate authority before quoting/binding.
- Meets established divisional servicing objectives related to quote turnaround, policy issuance, phone management, renewal management, file maintenance, and documentation
- May participate in projects at request of management.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Professional designations preferred
- A minimum of four to eight years of experience in executive liability underwriting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal communication skills
- Team player
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong basis of financial analysis
- Proven marketing abilities and established relationships with brokers in the area
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Full-time -
Job function
Finance and Sales -
Industries
Insurance
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