Senior Insurance Underwriter/Underwriter

AXA XL’s Senior Underwriter – Single Parent Captives is a key member of a high‑impact growth area, pursuing the growth of AXA XL’s captive business in the North America region and providing deal‑specific alternative risk expertise to internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborate with Distribution and Product Line Underwriting teams to identify and pursue new Captive Fronting opportunities through client and broker marketing, pipeline development, stewardship meetings, industry events, and strategic initiatives.

Work closely with Product Line Underwriters and key internal stakeholders (e.g., Actuarial, Middle Office, Claims, Credit, Legal) to underwrite, structure, and service Captive Fronting placements at a high standard, including negotiating reinsurance commissions, terms, and collateral requirements.

Serve as the technical expert on Captive solutions for new business and renewal transactions, leading elements such as deal structuring, negotiations, and post‑binding activities.

Partner with the broader account team to develop compelling deal proposals, participate in or lead pitch presentations, and coordinate across multiple coverage lines to deliver a unified AXA XL solution.

Contribute to internal and external educational efforts related to Captive Fronting, alternative risk transfer, and other AXA XL capabilities to generate new business, foster collaboration, and support cross‑sell objectives.

Moderate experience in negotiating, structuring, and executing large, complex Fronting and Multinational programs.

Broad knowledge of various insurance product lines, with the ability to articulate clear value propositions to internal and external stakeholders and grow a profitable book of business.

University degree or professional insurance qualification in Actuarial, Insurance, Underwriting, Finance, or Legal fields.

Direct experience in commercial underwriting of large commercial insurance programs, with a demonstrated ability to learn quickly.

Willingness to travel (25‑30% of time).

AXA XL offers a competitive compensation package that includes retirement savings, health and wellness programs, and extensive learning opportunities.