Senior Construction Underwriter – Risk Solutions Leader

AXA XL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

AXA XL's construction underwriting team in Chicago seeks an experienced underwriter to tailor risk transfer solutions for large contractors and brokers. You will develop tailored risk evaluations, manage new and renewal accounts, and collaborate with industry experts to deliver client-focused outcomes.

You will leverage underwriting knowledge, analytical skills, and negotiation abilities to enhance profitability and client service.

Qualifications

• Extensive underwriting experience with technical knowledge of underwriting and rating.
• Large account experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with customers, producers and trading partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailor-made solutions to enhance customer and broker experience.
• Procure new business and meet with prospective clients.
• Evaluate risk premium considering costs and reinsurance to ensure profitability.
• Utilize sales and negotiating skills to close new business and renewals.
• Initiate and collaborate with other units to pursue cross-selling opportunities.
• Manage new and renewal accounts including referrals, quotes, binders and policies.
• Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management matters.
• Coach and mentor for development of skills and competencies of less experienced colleagues.
• Develop best practices and share underwriting knowledge within the team.
• Proactively engages renewal clients to understand needs.

Skills

Underwriting experience

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Marketing and negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

CPCU/ARM designations a plus

Job description

AXA XL's construction underwriting team in Chicago seeks an experienced underwriter to tailor risk transfer solutions for large contractors and brokers. You will develop tailored risk evaluations, manage new and renewal accounts, and collaborate with industry experts to deliver client-focused outcomes.

You will leverage underwriting knowledge, analytical skills, and negotiation abilities to enhance profitability and client service.