Job Location : Chicago,IL, USA
Apply locations: Chicago, IL
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Job requisition id: REQ05642
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.
Senior Underwriter – E&S Property
Hybrid – Chicago
AXIS' E&S Property Division is seeking a dynamic Senior E&S Property Underwriter to join a strategic team of professional underwriters operating in one of the most complex areas of the E&S Property industry.
Under the supervision of the Senior Vice President (SVP), the individual will act within established guidelines to actively market, analyze, review, evaluate, and monitor new and renewal accounts. The role requires exercising sound judgment in the processing and management of E&S accounts and underwriting activities.
The Senior Underwriter will be responsible for the development, growth, and profitability of a challenging E&S Property book of business. The individual should be recognized for their strength in technical analysis, integrity, and highest level of work ethic.
The individual will drive business results through strong underwriting analysis, active sales and marketing efforts, long-term client relationship building, and collaborative engagement with internal business partners.
Work Profile
Based in Chicago, this position provides a hybrid work environment and requires a minimum of three days in our Sears / Willis Tower office per week. Additionally, regular travel is necessary to engage in face-to-face meetings with brokers and clients and to participate in industry and company events.
Candidate Profile
The Senior Underwriter – E&S Property will be a “hands-on” technical expert with a history of success within a top-tier Commercial Insurance Carrier, focused on Primary and Excess layer E&S Property risk, targeting a wide variety of commercial property risks throughout the U.S. across Catastrophic and Non-Catastrophe exposures.
The ideal candidate for the Senior Underwriter – E&S Property role is an experienced professional in commercial E&S Property. They should have a proven track record of building profitable E&S Property books distributed via wholesale partners, targeting middle-market to complex risks across various classes.
Furthermore, the candidate should have a commanding presence and be skilled in communication and influencing. They should be able to build strong relationships that benefit AXIS and contribute to long-term strategic initiatives.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Required Education/Training & Experience:
Other Desired Skills and Characteristics:
For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of 127,000 to 140,000. The specific salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors, including the experience of the successful candidate and their work location. In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance.
About UsWe 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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr