Global Underwriting Manager - Liability

AXA XL; Morristown (AZ); On-site; USD 132,200 - 257,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Health and wellness programs

Competitive retirement savings plan

Job summary

AXA XL is seeking a Global Underwriting Manager for Liability to enhance underwriting excellence in casualty products. Based in the United States, the role involves leading underwriting reviews, supporting portfolio management, and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful delivery of AXA's strategy.

The desired candidate will have experience in US Casualty underwriting, preferably within the construction or energy sectors, and hold a relevant bachelor’s degree. The position offers a competitive salary range of USD 132,200 to 257,100 and ample opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven and established US Casualty underwriting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is desirable.
• Continuing education or professional designations in underwriting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Underwriting Reviews to identify trends within portfolios.
• Co-ordinate training material and support delivery of training strategy.
• Assist in portfolio management and profitability insights.

Skills

US Casualty underwriting experience

Construction background

Energy background

Excellent communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Professional designations (CPCU, ACII)

Job description

Global Underwriting Manager - Liability

Multiple Locations

AXA XL underwrites casualty insurance coverage to companies of all sizes. Born as a solution over 30 years ago to a global problem, this is a longstanding and core product line of AXA XL with excellent prospects for the Global Underwriting Manager to increase their profile and advance their career.

The Global Underwriting Manager will be part of Global Casualty Underwriting office providing AXA XL the ability to deploy Global Product Strategy and associated frameworks and controls.

As client’s casualty exposures become more sophisticated, new emerging risks present and inflationary legal trends persist, the role of the Global Casualty Underwriting Manager will be critical to driving underwriting excellence across our casualty products and supporting the development of tailored solutions to address their complex risks, validating AXA XL’s reputation as a market leader.

What you’ll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Support the GCUO with development and review of Insurance contract wordings, in conjunction with Legal and Wordings
• Lead Underwriting Reviews to identify trends within portfolios that require remediation Co‑ordination and collaboration with the network to ensure that action points are addressed within stipulated timeframes
• Engage with Governance, AXA XL Risk Management and AXA Group Underwriting Office
• Co‑ordination of training material and support the overall successful delivery of training strategy.
• Using lessons learnt to drive improvements.
• Deployment of Global Casualty Product strategy and associated frameworks and controls
• Issue Global Product Standards that set overall product risk appetite as well as the strategy for the formation of Rules and Guidelines to drive technical excellence
• Provide representation and support to several Business Units
• Support Energy Transition strategy, analytics, reporting and sustainability initiatives aligned with AXA’s 3‑year plan
• Assist in portfolio management, reinsurance structures and profitability insights
• Cascade of Underwriting Authority, as pre‑agreed between CUO and BU CUO along with any required ongoing administration
• Stewardship of Delegated UW arrangements

Reports to: Global Chief Underwriting Officer (GCUO) - General Liability

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills And Abilities

• Proven and established US Casualty underwriting experience
• Construction and Energy background preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is desirable and experience of global insurance
• Continuing education or professional designations in insurance underwriting including Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) / Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII) are preferred but not required
• Act independently, think in global terms and demonstrate excellent business acumen
• Impressive Collaborator: Develop and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Provide guidance and seek input from others as needed to achieve the best result possible. Capable of working and collaborating with a virtual team, across multiple diverse geographies and cultures.
• Use judgment to identify and solve day to day problems in straightforward situations
• Impressive interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, decision making and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret data appropriately and identify trends in order to direct/engage with others as needed
• Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time is anticipated on a global basis

Who we are

AXA 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, we are 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 offer

Inclusion

AXA 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. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. 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 Arrangements
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Total Rewards

AXA 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. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever‑changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023‑26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems – the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far‑reaching and significant. 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. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. 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. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

Salary & Benefits

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 132,200 - 257,100. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location. 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. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2026.