Senior Underwriter - International Property

AXIS Capital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid annual leave

Job summary

AXIS Capital in London seeks an experienced property binder underwriter to support international underwriting and delegated authority management. You will oversee Coverholders and Binding Authority Agreements, aligning performance with financial objectives and regulatory expectations.

The role involves collaborating with brokers, conducting reviews, and ensuring compliance across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, while maintaining a strong customer focus and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Full understanding of delegated underwriting policy and procedures.
• Familiarity with FCA, PRA, and Lloyd’s compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and underwriting systems (PowerBI, Riskwrite, IRIS, Swordfish, Desktop).
• Ability to analyse data and present insights clearly.
• Influencing, negotiating, listening, and questioning skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite new and renewal binder business within agreed authority.
• Take ownership of Coverholder relationships and Binding Authority Agreements.
• Liaise with Brokers and Coverholders to identify new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular Coverholder reviews and maintain relationships.
• Collaborate with Conduct Risk and Compliance teams to meet standards.
• Communicate underwriting, audit, and conduct risk issues to leadership.
• Monitor and report emerging risks or control failures.
• Coordinate delegated authority processes and audits.

Skills

Underwriting

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

ACII

Tools

PowerBI

Riskwrite

IRIS

Swordfish

Desktop

Job description

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.

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

The Property Binders Team is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team and support the delivery of the business plan focusing through effective underwriting and delegated authority management. The focus will be on international territories including but not limited to Europe, Australia and New Zealand. The role includes managing Coverholders and Binders to ensure performance meets financial and operational metrics, while aligning with audit, conduct risk, and compliance requirements. Your work will help create good customer outcomes across the insurance lifecycle and contribute to AXIS’s reputation for excellence and integrity.

What will you do in this role?

• Underwrite new and renewal binder business within agreed authority and support referral underwriting.
• Take ownership of Coverholder relationships and Binding Authority Agreements, ensuring performance aligns with business objectives.
• Liaise with Brokers and Coverholders to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Conduct regular Coverholder reviews and maintain strong working relationships.
• Collaborate with Conduct Risk and Compliance teams to ensure delegated authority standards are met.
• Communicate underwriting, audit, and conduct risk issues to the Unit Head or Deputy.
• Monitor and report emerging risks or control failures using formal channels.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of underwriting systems and binder records.
• Coordinate delegated authority processes and support internal/external audits.
• Contribute to a culture that prioritizes fair treatment of customers and continuous improvement.

You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

About You:

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

What you need to have:

• Full understanding of delegated underwriting policy and procedures.
• Familiarity with FCA, PRA, and Lloyd’s compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and underwriting systems (Examples being PowerBI, Riskwrite, IRIS, Swordfish, Desktop etc).
• Ability to analyse data and present insights clearly and appropriately.
• Influencing, negotiating, listening, and questioning skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing time effectively.

What we prefer you to have:

• Knowledge of Property and Delegated Authority Underwriting.
• Preference to include delegated underwriting knowledge in international territories including Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
• Commercial mindset and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust and communicate effectively across stakeholders.
• Exceptional attention to detail and written communication skills.
• Focus on profitability and results.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities and support colleagues.
• ACII qualified or significant progress to completion.

Role Factors:

In this role, you will typically be required to:

• Be in the office 3 days per week.
• Attend broker meetings and events as required.
• Travel internationally.

What we offer:

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 annual leave, and much more.

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.

We 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. 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.