Underwriter, Inland Marine

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 any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.Underwriter – Inland Marine – NAThe Underwriter – Inland Marine – NA, is responsible for the portfolio development, maintenance, and profitable growth elements of the Inland Marine business unit. This includes assisting the division leader in building out the product set and the underwriting team to meet the North American unit’s goals.This role will report to the Head of Inland Marine - NA and includes responsibility for the establishment of a business plan and financial outcome in conjunction with the Head of North Americas business plans and goals.In order to achieve the financial return targets, this position will also work with other cross-functional teams and Product Development functions such as Product Management, P&C Actuarial, Claims, Underwriting, Finance and Accounting to improve the overall customer experience, satisfaction, profitability, quality and consistency to meet the Inland Marine product line objectives and to ensure decisions contribute to a profitable portfolio as requested by the Inland Marine leader.Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for review and analysis of underwriting data to determine risk eligibility to corporate standardsDevelop and manage distribution relationships through excellent customer service and creative marketing activitiesProvide subject matter expertise on inland marine insurance within the organization as requiredMeet profitability and premium goals determined by the head of North America and the departmentMake independent decisions within underwriting letter of authority and maintain proper file documentationResponsible for liaising with US distribution leaders to analyze results and maintaining accountability of broker partners within the departmentPossess and develop a keen awareness of market trends and identify emerging threats to the departmentHave an in-depth knowledge of department products and servicesAbility to clearly articulate the department’s value propositionParticipate in training and initiativesTravel requiredOther duties as assigned by department headJob Requirements:A minimum of 5 years’ experience underwriting multiple inland marine classesExisting relationships with wholesale and retail producers with a focus on Inland Marine businessManuscript, Company and AAIS Inland Marine form experienceStrong communication, analytical and negotiation skillsTravel for marketing and/or training purposes, including attendance at national industry eventsStrong customer service and relationship-building skillsMust be able to work well in a small, tightly knit team environment, but also be able to work independently within an assigned underwriting authority document, territory and appetiteProficient in the use of Microsoft software applicationsWill abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with all risk management controlsFor this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $100,000 to $120,000. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location. In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, you will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.  Where this role is based in the United States of America, this role is [Exempt/Non-Exempt] for FLSA purposes.In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, 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.This posting is for an existing vacancy.SummaryLocation: Alpharetta, GA; Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Scottsdale, AZType: Full time