Senior Construction Underwriter – Group Captives (Flexible)

AXA XL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA XL is seeking a Senior Underwriter for Group Captives – Construction, supporting large contractors and construction managers. The role involves underwriting expertise, tailoring risk solutions, and partnering with industry specialists.

You will report to the Underwriting Manager of Group Captives and work across submissions, risk analysis, and client relationships. You will contribute to growth by targeting accounts, calculating premiums, and coordinating with claims and risk engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; CPCU/IIA/CRIS preferred but not required.
• Advanced Construction/Commercial Underwriting experience required.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

• Review submissions including applications, policy wording, inspection reports, loss runs, and financial reports to assess risk.
• Collaborate with agents/brokers to target best-in-class contractors.
• Calculate risk premiums using guaranteed cost and loss-sensitive options.
• Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management matters.
• Maintain effective relationships with customers and brokers.
• Ensure timely implementation of new and renewed accounts per quality standards.
• Coordinate with claims and risk engineering teams for value-added services.
• Negotiate and handle facultative reinsurance transactions as needed.
• Collaborate with other underwriters on cross-marketing goals and objectives.

Skills

Advanced construction underwriting

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Team collaboration

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

CPCU/IIA/CRIS preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

AXA XL is seeking a Senior Underwriter for Group Captives – Construction, supporting large contractors and construction managers. The role involves underwriting expertise, tailoring risk solutions, and partnering with industry specialists.

You will report to the Underwriting Manager of Group Captives and work across submissions, risk analysis, and client relationships. You will contribute to growth by targeting accounts, calculating premiums, and coordinating with claims and risk engineering