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Our Builders Risk team offers Project Specific, Master Builders Risk and Contractors Block policies to clients who may also have a global exposure. As a result, our builders risk underwriting team will tailor the policy to fit each client’s unique needs.\nUsing your in-depth underwriting expertise you will tailor high touch effective solutions for our current and prospective clients partnering with dedicated industry experts who have extensive construction industry risk management experience.\nWhat you’ll be doing\nWhat will your essential responsibilities include?\nMarketing to brokers to secure new and renewal business. \nReviewing of submissions, terms and conditions, statement of values, loss history and catastrophic modeling and conducting appropriate research to determine the degree of risk for each account based upon company Builders Risk Guidelines and underwriting authority granted. \nCoordinating with varied business divisions including Actuarial, Claims, Reinsurance, Accounting, Marketing, Regulatory and others internally that support our businesses.\nDetermining quote or declination of risk. \nCalculating rates and premium charges using approved rating models.\nDeveloping and modifying policy wording in accordance with delegated underwriting authority when the standard forms are not appropriate.\nActively cross-sell afforded products and services. \nSupporting service standards in delivery of builders risk products and services. \nIn this role you will report to the Underwriting Manager, Construction and Energy.\nWhat you’ll bring\nWe’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:\nSome commercial Insurance Experience (preferably in Underwriting) or Construction/Engineering industry experience. \nAbility to provide solutions for general contractors, and owners to contribute to the underwriting of the full range of Builders Risk accounts. \nWork independently with the ability to be an open-minded team player with a willingness to actively listen to comprehend unique circumstances that require practical and unique solutions to complex issues. \nRobust insured and broker interaction in assigned geographic territory with the ability to effectively target current and prospective contacts in order to effectively promote offered products. \nExcellent written and oral communication skills to work with both internal teams and external brokers as you will work in a team environment, assisting underwriters and / or deal administrators as part of their overall responsibility. \nExcellent organizational, time-management and multi-tasking skills. \nExcellent comprehension and work experience with Microsoft Office Suite.\nBachelors Degree preferred with advanced education and / or professional designations.\nWillingness to travel (approximately 25% travel as necessary) within assigned geographic territory. \nWho we are\nAXA 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.\nHow? 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.\nWith an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.\nLearn more at axaxl.com\nWhat we offer\nInclusion\nAXA 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 enables business growth and is critical to our success. 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 and succeed.\nFive Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.\nRobust support for Flexible Working Arrangements \nEnhanced family-friendly leave benefits \nNamed to the Diversity Best Practices Index \nSignatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter\nLearn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL.AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nTotal Rewards\nAXA 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.\nWe’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.\nSustainability\nAt 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.\nOur Pillars:\nValuing 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.\nAddressing 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.\nIntegrating 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.\nAXA 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. \nFor more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.\nThe Canadian base salary range for this position is CAD 120,000 - 170,000\nActual 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.\nAt 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. 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