Underwriter, Construction Property

Underwriter, Construction Property

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At AXA XL we provide dedicated expertise to solve risk management challenges for large contractors and deliver unique solutions, significant capacity, and diverse construction experience. Our Builders Risk team offers Project Specific, Master Builders Risk, and Contractors Block policies to clients with global exposure. We tailor each policy to fit the client’s unique needs.

Using your underwriting expertise, you will provide high‑touch solutions for current and prospective clients, partnering with industry experts who have extensive construction risk management experience.

• Marketing to brokers to secure new and renewal business.
• Review submissions, terms and conditions, statement of values, loss history, and catastrophic modeling to determine risk based on Builders Risk Guidelines and underwriting authority.
• Coordinate with internal business divisions (Actuarial, Claims, Reinsurance, Accounting, Marketing, Regulatory) to support underwriting.
• Determine quotes or declines of risk.
• Calculate rates and premium charges using approved rating models.
• Develop and modify policy wording when standard forms are insufficient.
• Actively cross‑sell affiliated products and services.
• Support service standards in the delivery of builders risk products and services.

In this role you will report to the Underwriting Manager, Construction and Energy.

• Some commercial insurance experience (preferably underwriting) or construction/engineering industry experience.
• Ability to provide solutions for general contractors and owners across the full range of Builders Risk accounts.
• Independent work with teamwork, active listening, and practical, unique solutions to complex issues.
• Robust insured and broker interaction within assigned geographic territory, effectively targeting current and prospective contacts.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to work with internal teams and external brokers.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, and multi‑tasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced education or professional designations a plus.
• Willingness to travel (approximately 25%) within assigned territory.

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, solves complex risks for mid‑sized companies, multinationals, and innovative individuals. We combine a comprehensive capital platform, data‑driven insights, leading technology, and talented people to deliver top client service across property, casualty, professional, financial lines, and specialty.

Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We foster an inclusive culture that enables business growth and allows everyone to bring their full selves to work.

Total Rewards
Our Reward program provides competitive compensation and inclusive benefits that evolve with your career.

Sustainability
Our 2023‑26 sustainability strategy, “Roots of Resilience,” focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations.

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.