Underwriting Assistant

Underwriting Assistant – Multi-National PC

Toronto, ON Canada

As Underwriting Assistant, you will support the P&C Underwriting team and act as the owner and principal facilitator of assigned multinational accounts. The Underwriting Assistant will perform front‑to‑end activities throughout the life cycle of renewal and prospect accounts from submission to expiration with Underwriting oversight.

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Pre‑underwrites, evaluates risk, and assesses completeness of the underwriting package before the underwriter is required to review. Communicate directly with brokers on behalf of the Underwriters to collect account and insured information necessary for risk analysis.
• Perform and apply knowledge of line‑of‑business specific product underwriting rules and/or guidelines for pre‑analysis support of submission in preparation of further analysis for quoting stage.
• Develop initial pricing, basic coverage structuring, quotation, and binder packages of the risk on behalf of the Underwriter.
• Collaborate effectively with Underwriters, Brokers, Reinsurers, Network Partners and internal units within AXA XL to manage the status and workflow of multiple tasks and accounts.
• Communicate account status to ensure completion of outstanding subjectivities needed to execute policy issuance and premium collection as part of bound accounts.
• Develop initial pricing, basic coverage structuring, quotation, and binder packages of the risk on behalf of the underwriter. Calculate base rating and apply experience modifications as part of underwriting package completed by Underwriting Support Unit for Underwriter review.
• Manage the workflow of multiple tasks and maintain a detailed understanding of the status of various tasks owned by Underwriters, Brokers, Reinsurers, AXA XL internal network, and Fronting Partners around the world.
• Communicate account status to ensure completion of all tasks including premium collection as part of bound accounts.
• Collaborate and correspond verbally and in written format with internal and external contacts across the world, keeping in mind differences in local language, time zones, and good local standard, to achieve a high level of service and meet client expectations.

You will report to the Team Lead.

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree, or some related insurance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Robust interpersonal skills to work effectively and professionally with diverse groups:
  • Ensure reliable connectivity and data synchronization across borders.
  • Facilitate effective communication among regional teams.
  • Coordinate with local stakeholders for account updates and issues.
  • Oversee multi‑currency transactions and conversions.
  • Understand local laws, regulations, and tax requirements in each country.
• Proven prioritization and time management skills with accurate results.
• Organizational, problem‑solving and critical thinking skills:
  • Coordinate with local stakeholders for account updates and issues.
  • Adapt strategies accordingly for account management.
• French is a strong asset.

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