Senior Underwriter - Inland Marine

AXA XL; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Underwriter specializing in Inland Marine to deliver profitable underwriting services. In this dynamic role, you will assess risks, calculate premiums, and build strong relationships with clients and brokers. Your expertise will contribute to strategic business planning and risk management, ensuring high-quality service and satisfaction. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and sustainability, offering competitive compensation and flexible work options. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the finance and sales industry.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Health Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Options

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required.
• Some experience in Marine Insurance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite submissions and assess risk based on financial reports.
• Manage client relationships and ensure satisfaction.
• Coordinate reinsurance placements and review loss control reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Sales Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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Senior Underwriter- Inland Marine

Locations: Los Angeles, CA | San Francisco, CA | USA

As a Senior Underwriter, you will be responsible for delivering a profitable underwriting service to your clients. Your key tasks include underwriting within the agreed business plan and authority, supporting business planning and forecasting, monitoring financial exposure and premium income, maintaining awareness of claims, ensuring reinsurance coverage, building relationships with brokers and clients, and supporting risk design and structuring.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Review submissions including specifications, policy wording, inspection reports, loss runs, and financial reports, conducting research to assess risk.
2. Calculate appropriate risk premiums considering risk costs, loss experience, reinsurance cessions, and administrative costs to ensure profitability.
3. Advise, assist, and service clients on insurance and risk management to ensure satisfaction and requirements fulfillment.
4. Manage relationships to identify cross-selling opportunities and retain accounts.
5. Ensure timely implementation of new and renewal accounts according to quality standards.
6. Coordinate reinsurance placements on an excess of loss basis with internal teams.
7. Review loss control reports and manage policy endorsements for necessary changes.
8. Maintain awareness of claims and support settlement processes.
9. Collaborate with team members, including underwriters, assistants, and management.
10. Work with other units on cross-selling opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• Some experience in Marine Insurance.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work within significant limits on complex assignments under technical direction.
• Technical knowledge of products and industry, demonstrating progression in roles.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and sales skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills for building broker and client relationships.
• Understanding of business processes, strategy, and planning.
• Team player with creative problem-solving abilities.

About AXA XL

AXA XL is known for solving complex risks with a comprehensive platform, data insights, technology, and top talent. We partner with innovative clients to provide tailored risk solutions across various lines of business. Learn more at axaxl.com.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity and fostering an inclusive culture. We support diversity through various resource groups, flexible work arrangements, family benefits, and engagement in societal initiatives. More at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.

Sustainability

Our sustainability strategy, "Roots of Resilience," focuses on protecting ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding ESG practices. More details at Sustainability at AXA XL.

Compensation & Benefits

The U.S. pay range is USD 106,500 – 186,500, based on skills, experience, and location. We offer competitive benefits, including retirement plans, health programs, and professional development opportunities. Details at US Benefits at a Glance 2025.

Additional Information

Flexible work options are available. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA, and is a full-time, standard employment role in Underwriting, within the Finance and Sales industry. Employment type: Full-time.