Environmental Underwriter

Environmental Underwriter

Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ/West Zone

AXA XL provides Integrated Environmental Risk Management tailored solutions combing underwriting, risk engineering and specialized claims management. A pioneer in the environmental insurance marketplace, AXA XL provides attentive service, environmental expertise, quality products and a long-term commitment to the marketplace.

This position is responsible for the profitable production and underwriting of contractor's pollution/professional liability coverage for contractors and environmental consultants and/or pollution liability for site specific risks.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Manages and underwrites profitable book of site pollution and/or contractors' pollution and professional renewal and new business per AXA XL Guidelines.

• Cultivates key broker relationships.

• Reviews submissions per authorized guidelines.

• Prices, quotes and binds business.

• Reviews Engineering Surveys.

• Advocate and cross sell other AXA XL product lines to further drive the AXA XL business as a whole.

• Support unit's service standards in delivery of product.

• Participate in volunteer or special projects as needed.

• Some travel required.

You will report to the West Zone Manager, Environmental.

SHARE your talent

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

• Some experience in the insurance industry.

• Some underwriting experience preferred.

• Solution oriented, marketing focused and collaborative.

• Outstanding time management skills.

• Ability to work in an environment with complex transactions under strict deadlines.

• Ability to handle a large volume of accounts with the flexibility to take on overflow business from other teammates when needed.

• Ability to execute business strategies.

• Ability to establish broker-client relationships.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Outstanding negotiation skills.

• Outstanding team player who is willing to work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment.

• Education: bachelor's degree required.

• Travel is estimated at 10-15%

FIND your future

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

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. That's 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. It's 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.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing 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 2023-26 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. We're 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. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led 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. We're 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 $95,000 to $186,500. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual's 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_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).