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Were looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Minimum Alevel standard of education or equivalent business experience
Proficient use of Microsoft Excel and maths skills
Effective communicator
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Accurate and exceptional attention to detail
Proactive organisational skills and ability to plan and prioritise work using their own initiative and keeping one step ahead
Beneficial: experience using Microsoft Outlook Word PowerPoint Teams and system data entry experience and processes
AXA XL the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA is known for solving complex risks. For midsized companies multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we dont just provide re/insurance we reinvent it.
How By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform datadriven 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
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 a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. Thats why we have made a strategic commitment to attract develop advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. Its about helping one another and our business to move forward and succeed.
- Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender LGBTQ ethnicity and origins disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
- Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
- Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
- Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
- Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter
Learn more at axaxl/aboutus/inclusionanddiversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sustainability
At AXA XL Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an everchanging world AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 202326 Sustainability strategy called Roots of resilience focuses on protecting natural ecosystems addressing climate change and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.
Our Pillars:
- Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems the foundation of a sustainable planet and society are essential to our future. Were committed to protecting and restoring nature from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
- Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather increasing temperatures and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. Were building a net zero strategy developing insurance products and services and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societalled solutions.
- Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. Were training our colleagues engaging our external partners and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
- AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them known as AXA XLs Hearts in Action programs. These include our Matching Gifts program Volunteering Leave and our annual volunteering day the Global Day of Giving.
For more information please see axaxl/sustainability
Underwriting Assistant
Ipswich UK
Closing date for applications will be 20th April 2025
At AXA XL we solve todays complex risks to drive tomorrows innovation. We see our careers with AXA XL as a chance to unleash our potential globally. Cultivate expertise. Collaborate constantly
Joining AXA XL as an Underwriting Assistant is a great foundation step to launch your career within insurance. Whether you have some basic Insurance experience and are ready to take the next step up want to change your direction within Insurance or are looking for your first step on the ladder we have plenty of support available to help you take that next step. Starting your career can be a daunting adventure at AXA XL we have industry experts and a market leading Underwriting Academy to support you on that learning journey.
Fantastic position as an Underwriting Assistant within AXA XL. This role is a hybrid role combining both time in our newly refurbished Ipswich office as well as remotely under our Smart Working initiative.
The primary purpose of the Underwriting Assistant role is to perform tasks supporting the existing Underwriting book of business whilst developing the necessary skillset to liaise with key internal stakeholders
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What will your essential responsibilities include
The role includes pre and post bind processes within the Underwriting business support unit providing accurate and efficient processing of accounts with quality service levels ensuring the endtoend process is fully compliant in accordance with AXA XL guidelines.
Key responsibilities include:
Working with Middle Office London Team to develop your knowledge of the class of business and the accounts written by:
o Performing Account Health Check on renewal accounts
o Performing Compliance and Sustainability checks on new and renewal business
o Indexing (digital filing of documents against correct records)
o Data entry and corrections. Calculation sheets
o Premium reconciliations and amendments
o Account and portfolio management and reporting tasks
What you can expect from us:
Full training in a supportive environment with clear and reasonable goals and expectations
Employment Type
Full-Time
