AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any colleague or applicant for employment on the basis of race color national origin religion sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation age disability genetic information veteran status military status or any other category protected by local law.Underwriting Assistant Wholesale E&S
Atlanta GA I USA
As Underwriting Assistant you will support the Underwriting team and act as the owner and principal facilitator of assigned accounts. The Underwriting Assistant will perform fronttoend activities throughout the life cycle of renewal and prospect accounts from submission to expiration with Underwriting oversight.
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What will your essential responsibilities include
- Preunderwrites evaluates risk and assesses completeness of the underwriting package before 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 preanalysis 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 and internal units within XL Catlin 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.
- Develops 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 Senior Operations Lead.
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Were looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelors degree or some related insurance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Robust interpersonal skills in order to work effectively and professionally with diverse groups
- Proven prioritization and time management skills with accurate results.
- Organizational problemsolving and critical thinking skills
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Inclusion & Diversity
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
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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 XL s 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 Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.S. pay range for this position is USD. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individuals skills experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues pay.
At AXA XL we know how important physical mental and financial health are to our employees which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan health and wellness programs and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL s benefits offerings please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.