Underwriter Construction

Underwriter Construction – AXA XL Milan, ItalyJoin the Italian Property, Energy and Construction Underwriting team to deliver a profitable underwriting service, grow a profitable portfolio in line with the Business Plan, and represent AXA XL Italy on the market. This is a regulated role under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness and Probity regime. You will report to the Team Leader Energy and Construction, Italy. What You’ll Be Doing Underwrite business within the agreed business plan and individual authority: analyse risks, negotiate premiums, terms and conditions, ensure adequate reinsurance coverage, and monitor premium income to stay within set limits. Support the business planning and forecasting process. Seek, identify and develop opportunities for profitable business with new and existing customers. Develop relationships with stakeholders to ensure business needs are achieved, building personal connections with brokers, clients, risk managers and account managers. Collaborate with the Distribution Team to provide an effective and efficient service. Support the design and structure of risks and monitor financial exposure within significant limits. Maintain awareness of all claims advised and provide input on settlement of claims. Use knowledge and expertise to keep policy wordings up to date with legal requirements and market developments. Pass all necessary and accurate information to Operations colleagues to ensure correct release of policies and implementation of programs. Evaluate and improve systems, processes and procedures on an ongoing basis to achieve best efficiency in working methods. What You’ll Bring Corporate Construction Insurance Industry knowledge and awareness of factors affecting this market, new trends and business transformation. Previous experience as Underwriter and knowledge of underwriting processes and procedures (including new digital procedures). Ability to work in English and Italian (both written and verbal). Business developer, passionate about doing business, negotiating and driving growth in a dynamic market. Ability to make swift and efficient data‑based decisions and keep the focus on goals over time. Contribute while working in a team to achieve collective goals. Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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, well being, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalised, 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. We protect what matters most for our clients and communities. Our 2023‑26 Sustainability strategy, “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Valuing nature: how we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature. Addressing climate change: we’re building a net‑zero strategy, developing insurance products and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal‑led solutions. Integrating ESG: we incorporate ESG considerations into our processes and practices to build resilience from the roots of our business. AXA Hearts in Action: we established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them. Details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Finance and Sales Industry: Insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr