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Senior Underwriter-March 2024
London - Scalpel
Mar 29, 2026
About Senior Underwriter

  This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

  At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

  Job Family Grouping

  Underwriting

  How does this role contribute to our collective success?

  The AXIS Terrorism and Political Violence team is a widely respected and experienced lead market. The team needs a senior underwriter to continue growing the portfolio and deliver our 2024 plan.

  What will you do in this role?

  • A senior level professional with a focus on the Emerging Market side of the portfolio.

  • Manage relationships with clients/brokers.

  • Independently attend group meetings in person, and one-on-one client meetings.

  • Plan, set priorities, and play a lead role with regard to client accounts. Interact with colleagues across the organisation on their own to devise and negotiate resolutions to issues.

  • Prepare analyses of risks and set premium rates and contribute to marketing strategies and new product ideas.

  • Manage relationships that will affect the work of others.

  • Will work with Unit Head on business planning and reinsurance strategy.

  • Will have broad underwriting authority commensurate with the jobholder’s expertise.

  You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

  About You:

  We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

  What you need to have:

  • Significant relevant market experience

  What we prefer you to have:

  • Recognised market relationships

  • Strong communication skills

  Role Factors:

  In this role, you will typically be required to:

  • Be in the office at least 3 days per week

  • Represent AXIS through attendance at Lloyd’s at least twice per week

  • Undertake occasional travel

  Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful.

  We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.

  Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.

  We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.

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