Senior Underwriter, E&S Casualty East

Role overview

AXA XL’s Wholesale Solutions team within the Excess and Surplus (E&S) Casualty East unit is expanding as part of a growth-driven strategy for Excess and Surplus lines. This position presents a chance to contribute to an innovative team that has been shaping the future since 1978, delivering high-caliber underwriting and expanding reach, products, and wholesale partnerships. AXA XL’s E&S unit provides Umbrella and Excess Liability coverage to North American insureds, with underwriting teams located in the United States, Canada, Bermuda, and Dublin. Coverage may be written on an occurrence, claims-made, or occurrence-reported basis, and the appetite spans clients in manufacturing, retail, construction, energy, rail, and beyond. The successful candidate will manage a renewal book, pursue new business, and develop new distribution channels through disciplined underwriting in the assigned territory. The position reports to the Head of East, E&S Casualty.

What you’ll be doing

• Contribute to the region’s strategic plan execution with a focus on the assigned territory.
• Manage an existing E&S Casualty portfolio, pursuing growth targets while ensuring regional profitability.
• Support development of new products based on experience and market needs.
• Increase territory visibility by articulating underwriting appetite and creating new opportunities through strong broker relationships.
• Operate with a degree of underwriting authority commensurate with experience, working self-directed as appropriate.
• Cultivate and maintain key broker relationships to secure a steady flow of business within our underwriting appetite.
• Deliver client service that reinforces a positive AXA XL image.
• Partner with other core lines to enable cross-sell opportunities and cross-marketing with XL lines; meet brokers and insureds as required.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support cross-functional opportunities within the region.
• Report to the Head of East, E&S Casualty and act as a regional representative for the line.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Moderate experience in E&S General Liability and/or Excess Underwriting.
• Strong existing marketing relationships within the assigned territory and a track record in a production underwriting role.
• Deep underwriting expertise across general classes with the ability to manage a high-volume portfolio.
• Self-starter with strong organization, capable of working independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain insured and broker relationships of the highest standard.
• Demonstrated critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, with collaboration and presentation capabilities and a willingness to mentor others.
• Willingness to travel across the territory for client, broker, and internal meetings (approximately 20%).

Who we are

AXA XL, the Property & Casualty and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for addressing complex risks. We serve mid-sized companies, multinationals, and individuals with re/insurance solutions that go beyond traditional offerings. Our approach combines a robust capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and top talent, all within a flexible and inclusive environment that prioritizes exceptional client service across property, casualty, professional, financial lines, and specialty lines. We partner with those who move the world forward by delivering innovative risk solutions. Learn more at axaxl.com.

What we offer

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will evaluate candidates without regard to gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, origin, marital status, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. The organization emphasizes an inclusive culture as a driver of business growth and success. We provide support for flexible working arrangements, enhanced family-friendly leave, and a range of programs designed to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce of professionals. Five Business Resource Groups focus on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability, and inclusion, with chapters around the globe. We offer flexible working support, family-friendly leave enhancements, and are named to the Diversity Best Practices Index, along with other commitments such as signing the UK Women in Finance Charter. Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL.

Salary and benefits

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 119,500 to 199,100. Actual pay is determined by the individual’s skills, experience, and location. AXA XL provides a comprehensive rewards program addressing health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and financial security, with competitive compensation and inclusive benefits that evolve with you. The company emphasizes long-term recognition of contributions and supports ongoing development to help employees reach their potential.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s rewards program is designed to cover the full spectrum of your needs, from health to retirement, with a focus on fair compensation and benefits that align with your career trajectory. The program aims to recognize and sustain your growth and well-being over time.

Sustainability

Sustainability is integral to AXA XL’s strategy. The 2023-26 plan, Roots of resilience, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across operations. Pillars include valuing nature by protecting ecosystems, addressing climate change through net-zero strategies and ESG-aligned products, and integrating ESG into internal processes and governance. The Hearts in Action program supports volunteering and charitable giving through initiatives such as Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave, and a Global Day of Giving. For more information, see Sustainability at AXA XL.

AXA XL’s U.S. base salary range for this role is USD 119,500 - 199,100, with actual pay determined by experience and location. The company highlights its commitment to health, mental well-being, and financial security through a broad benefits portfolio, ongoing development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture.