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Axis Underwriting Execution & Governance Lead in London - Scalpel, United Kingdom
This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.
How does this role contribute to our collective success?
As part of AXIS’s ambition to provide the most modern and sophisticated approach to underwriting execution and oversight, we have established an Underwriting Execution & Governance team within the CUO Office. This role supports the CUO team to work with our underwriting leadership build optimal portfolios, meet or exceed business plans, execute on our business plan with discipline & accountability, aligning short term actions with longer term strategy and drive the implementation of new strategies across the business in support of growth and cycle management
What will you do in this role?
To act as key support to the CUO Chief of Staff, across the remit of Underwriting Governance, Execution and the development of Underwriting strategy
Support with the implementation and management of the Group’s underwriting governance framework, including implementing a consistent referral framework and provide oversight of the post bind review of underwriting framework
Lead the ongoing oversight and management of updates to the Group’s underwriting governance framework, notably including aligning underwriting guidelines to annual business plans
Assist in implementation of changes to underwriting strategies to ensure continuous alignment with plans, wider AXIS objectives or in response to market developments
Support with the design, development and implementation of new underwriting strategies across the group
Work closely with underwriting teams and the CUO function to identify emerging underwriting trends and formulate action plans to remediate issues.
You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.
About You:
We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.
What you need to have:
The suitable candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in a technical role in commercial lines (re)insurance.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a highly analytical subject.
Professional experience in (re)insurance industry performance and/or governance management role(s)
Experience in building strong and effective relationships with colleagues and leadership with a proven ability to win confidence of business partners and influence outcomes.
Experience in and perspective on best practice underwriting performance and governance management frameworks
What we prefer you to have:
Strong technical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong communication skills, with an ability to communicate complex concepts to all stakeholders across the organisation.
Ability to plan effectively and prioritise workload.
Ability to work independently
Role Factors:
In this role, you will typically be required to be in the office 3 days per week
What we offer:
You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.
Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.
We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.
Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.