Job Specifications
Senior Underwriter Property, Benelux
Antwerp, Belgium - Hybrid working mode
Our underwriting teams set us apart, our experienced underwriting professionals use their specialized expertise to underwrite even the most complex risks innovatively. A rare and exciting position is now available in the AXA XL team for a Senior Underwriter Property to support and grow the (department) insurance product in the Benelux region, with focus on the Belgium market.
At the crux of this role is the ability to underwrite risks for the product line and support Brokers/Clients in understanding our product and finding tailor-made solutions for the individual Client. All with a chance to develop within the insurance industry in a supportive team led by experienced industry professionals.
What You’ll Be DOING
What will your essential responsibilities include?
Underwriting, managing and growing the Property portfolio in line with the business plan
Building and maintaining relationships with brokers and clients
Negotiate with property brokers to achieve our profit objectives
Developing the offering to the property segment and executing on AXA XL International’s plans for the region
Proactively, servicing, and following up with clients on insurance and risk management matters and actively identifying opportunities for cross-selling AXA XL’s products
Oversee business development, generate submission flow to meet specific targets
Support the business planning and forecasting process; monitoring aggregate exposure within agreed limits; monitoring premium income to ensure it remains within agreed limits
Setup insurance programs in collaboration with middle office.
Maintaining awareness of all claims advised; supporting and providing input on settlement of claims advised
Supporting the design and structure of risks; analysis and evaluation of all relevant property risks including CATNAT
Identifying and driving new product development opportunities
Develop and maintain expertise with the products and services available on the property insurance market
Interact and manage internal relationships with other product lines and support areas locally in Benelux, particularly distribution, risk engineering and claims to ensure adequate communication
You will be based in the AXA XL Antwerp office and will report to the Underwriting Manager Property, Energy and Construction Benelux. The position requires travelling, both domestically and abroad.
What You Will BRING
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills And Abilities
Good knowledge of the insurance market and advanced experience of working within the Property Insurance industry or related industry
Passionate about doing business, negotiating and driving growth in a dynamic market. A natural business developer who enjoys being out in the market, with highly developed influencing and negotiation skills and a keen appetite for closing the deal
Preferred degree in finance/business, law, insurance, engineering or other related fields, or qualification by experience
Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation
IT literacy, Microsoft Office package literacy as a minimum
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English, Dutch and French
Attention to detail, good organizational skills and the confidence to present to brokers and clients; ability to prioritize with both individual and the team’s best interests in mind
A team player, able to work independently, with an open mind, enthusiast to learn and grow. Ability to train others and act as mentor for more junior positions
Who WE Are
AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.
How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl.com
What we OFFER
Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.
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