Underwriting Manager, Construction and Energy

The Underwriting Manager position is responsible for the profitable production and underwriting of Construction and Energy accounts from retail brokers across Canada. This person will also be the point person for all Contruction lines within Canada, working closely with each of the profit center heads to set strategy, and develop business plan for the region. This person will operate as the Canadian Team Lead and guide others in the production/retention of profitable Construction Property, Construction Casualty, Construction Professional/Pollution and Energy Property coverages.

This position is key in driving the successful execution of the unit’s strategic plan, with particular emphasis on growth and excellent service standards.

What you’ll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Coordinate/facilitate/lead new business, renewals, re-pricings, restrictions, special acceptances, commutations and cancellations in determining risk acceptability & coverage, in accordance with underwriting guidelines and authorities.
• Lead and grow the Construction and Energy underwriting team in Canada.
• Assist in generating Revenue and Expense budgets and maintain compliance with them.
• Possesses a depth of underwriting expertise in Construction and Energy will handle the more complex accounts, etc. and leverage that knowledge to lead and develop others.
• Foster communication and responsible for coordination with other areas that support our business — namely Claims, Risk Engineering, Actuarial, Underwriting Support, Financial Credit Control, Billing, Marketing and Compliance/ Regulatory.

The position reports directly to the Chief Underwriting Officer (Large Commercial), Canada.

What you’ll bring

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

• A robust knowledge of the Canadian insurance industry, combined with in-depth technical knowledge of Construction and Energy insurance product offerings.
• Ability to lead a team that will deliver the most efficient and best possible customer experience.
• Proven business acumen to engage colleagues in how the needs of our customers are met through our vision, strategy, and operational plans. Demonstrated end-to-end strategy design including demonstrated development of business plans using data and analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex relationships diplomatically and consultatively and instill credence across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build and drive positive, helpful, and seamless end-to-end customer, broker and/or partner experiences in the spirit of our purpose.
• Anticipate customer and market trends in order to position AXA XL as a responsible and innovative market shaper and Thought Leader in the industry.
• Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Professional Designations CIP, CRM, CPCU preferred.
  • Extensive underwriting experience across the construction and energy industry preferably with exposure to large accounts.
  • Robust insured and broker contacts.
  • Robust negotiation and organizational skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Team player.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation

The Canada base salary range for this position is CAD 138,500 to 207,700 . 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.

Benefits

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.