Overview
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, 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, enthused 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. 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.
* 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.
Total Rewards
AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.
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: We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature and increasing biodiversity awareness to put nature at the heart of plans.
* Addressing climate change: Building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and investing in societal-led solutions.
* Integrating ESG: Training colleagues, engaging partners, and evolving sustainability governance and reporting.
* AXA Hearts in Action: Volunteering and charitable giving programs such as Matching Gifts, Volunteering Leave, and Global Day of Giving.
For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Sales
* Industries: Insurance
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