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AXIS (AXIS Capital) · 2 months ago

Lead Underwriting Manager - Programs

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$240K/yr - $285K/yr

10+ years exp

AXIS Capital is a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance, known for its outstanding client service and disciplined corporate culture. The Lead Underwriting Manager – Programs will serve as the senior technical leader in the North American Commercial Insurance Programs practice, overseeing daily operations and implementing underwriting strategies to achieve departmental objectives.

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Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to, and refinement of, the department’s underwriting policies and procedures

Implement the department’s underwriting strategy, monitor underwriting performance, identify areas for improvement, and act proactively

Develop portfolio underwriting tools, including account tiering and additional portfolio KPIs

Lead the completion of timely and accurate underwriting audits

Oversee the annual review of underwriting guidelines

Recommend changes to DUA authority levels as necessary

Cross train Program Underwriting Managers across all lines of business serviced by the department

Build and maintain relationships with key partners and stakeholders, including DUAs, intermediaries, and reinsurers

Coach and mentor your team to foster their professional development

Qualification

Commercial insurance underwritingDelegated Underwriting managementCoverage analysisRisk assessmentLeadership abilitiesAnalytical skillsRelationship managementTeam developmentISO-based products expertiseE&S specialty products expertiseAdvanced degreeIndustry AccreditationsCommunication skills

Required

10+ years of experience in commercial insurance underwriting

5+ years of experience underwriting and managing Delegated Underwriting

Demonstrated track record of achieving profitable underwriting results

Proficiency in coverage analysis, risk assessment, and the Commercial Lines Manual

Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship management skills

Strong leadership abilities to motivate, mentor, and develop a team

High standards of personal and professional conduct

Preferred

Expertise in ISO-based and E&S specialty products, including policy construction and rating

Prior leadership experience

Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a matrixed organization

Advanced degree (MBA, JD, or related field)

Industry Accreditations (ACAS, CPCU, etc)

Benefits

Medical plans for you and your family

Health and wellness programs

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

And much more

Company

AXIS (AXIS Capital)

In a world that never stands still – where the nature of risk is constantly evolving and the needs of your customers are continually changing – you need a partner that turns challenges into possibilities and possibilities into opportunities.

Founded in 2001

Hamilton, Hamilton, BMU

1001-5000 employees