Production Underwriter - Insurance

Executive UnderwriterOur ambition is to unlock a more sustainable and prosperous tomorrow by helping businesses navigate the world's risks. In the Americas, we'll live up to that ambition by delivering value far beyond the insurance policies we provide. We're confronting our clients' risk management challenges by finding solutions that further their strategic goals and help them build more sustainable, thriving businesses.Lead complex underwriting referrals for accounts that exceed the authority limits of underwriters and managers, providing expert guidance and decision-making support.Collaborate with the Head of Commercial Bonds (HCB) to shape, refine, and implement the strategic vision for the division, including the development of innovative bond products and long-term growth initiatives.Drive the review and enhancement of Commercial Bond Rules, Guidelines, and Policies, recommending adjustments to optimize operational efficiency, risk management, and market competitiveness.Oversee the refinement of bond pricing models, PML assessments, and risk evaluation frameworks in partnership with Underwriting Managers, the Head of Risk, PRCB Pricing Actuaries, and HCB.Lead the internal audit and review processes across underwriting units in the Americas to ensure technical compliance, robust underwriting controls, and appropriate claims handling practices.Act as a key liaison with Regulatory Compliance to interpret, communicate, and implement changes related to SFAA and other regulatory requirements, ensuring adherence across the organization.Drive the development of new products, including reviewing bond wordings and indemnity agreements, working closely with General Counsel to mitigate legal and operational risks.Design and deliver advanced training programs for risk analysts, underwriters, and underwriting support teams, fostering continuous professional development aligned with best practices.Prepare and present comprehensive reports on underwriting portfolio performance, risk metrics, and financial results to senior management, facilitating strategic planning and performance monitoring.Regularly review market trends, emerging risks, and operational data with HCB to identify new opportunities and support the achievement of underwriting targets.Establish and maintain service standards, performance metrics, and quality assurance procedures to uphold underwriting excellence and customer service standards.Represent the Commercial Bonds division in strategic initiatives, including the development of IT solutions such as DIVA and AXAXL Surety Online, ensuring alignment with business needs.Lead special projects, cross-departmental collaborations, and interactions with claims, legal, and regulatory teams to support organizational objectives and innovation initiatives.Extensive experience in commercial bond underwriting and strong understanding of insurance principles and regulationsThe ability to travel a minimum of 15% of the time is anticipated.Who We AreAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business ? property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.What We OfferInclusionAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. It's about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.Robust support for Flexible Working ArrangementsEnhanced family-friendly leave benefitsNamed to the Diversity Best Practices IndexSignatory to the UK Women in Finance CharterTotal RewardsAXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues' pay.At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits.