Head of Wholesale Solutions, Excess Casualty - XL Group

Head of Wholesale Solutions, Excess Casualty

Chicago, IL I New York, NY I Los Angeles, CA I USA

At this level the leader, manages, maintains and develops an Underwriting unit to profitably achieve Wholesale Solutions Excess Casualty strategic and financial objectives in compliance with established policies and guidelines. This includes the underwriting of Lead Umbrella and Excess Liability with capacity up to $25 million for risks segmented within the Wholesale sector serving our trading wholesale partners

They will also manage across the three regions East, Central and West to meet P&L budgetary requirements and performance metrics for the unit supporting the overall Wholesale Insurance Objectives.

This individual must possess broad technical expertise across many classes of business and may handle risks within the territory.   They should also have and maintain extensive contacts with the wholesale broker network nationally as a core requirement. 

This leader will directly lead a team of Underwriters and team leads and coordinate with support staff facilitating professional development of skills, knowledge and competencies across the unit.

The Head of AXA XL Wholesale Solutions Excess will be part of the Leadership team and is involved in setting the overall casualty strategy development of new product areas and expansion of UW teams to align with the overall growth goals for the unit. They will work closely with the other business unit counterparts to deliver as ONE AXA to our broker network and ensure a consistent message and seamless interactions between UW and the brokers teams.

The role holder supports AXA XL’s cross-sell objectives bringing synergy between Primary and Excess and also looking for further opportunities by understanding capabilities across other lines of business and maintaining open communication with colleagues in other departments.

DISCOVER your opportunity

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Execute departmental strategy and achieve P&L metrics including est. GWP of $100MM or higher. 
• Manage and develop a team of Underwriters consisting of 10 or more people.
• Manage insured and producer relationships across a large geographic territory
• Maintain visibility in the market by aggressively marketing to wholesale trading partners.
• Leadership responsibilities

You will report to the Head of Wholesale Solutions Casualty/E&S.

SHARE your talent

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

• Technical experience needed for role.
• Bachelor’s Degree required; professional designations CPCU, ARM preferred.
• Extensive Casualty Underwriting experience required, preferably Umbrella and Excess Liability.
• Moderate to Extensive Management experience.
• Broad knowledge of casualty lines of business: GL, AL, WC, Umbrella; reinsurance concepts and business processes.
• Knowledge of functionality of systems.
• Excellent work ethic.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Self-Motivated.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
• Excellent customer service and negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management skills; ability to multitask.
• Ability to lead in accordance with AXA XL’s Core Values and Culture

FIND your future

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 ataxaxl.com

Inclusion & Diversity

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. 

At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can 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 

Learn more ataxaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity.  AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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: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.
• Addressing 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.
• Integrating 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.
• AXA 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. 

For more information, please seeSustainability at AXA XL.

The U.S. pay range for this position is USD 200,000 - $270,000. 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.

At 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.  We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers.  For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visitUS-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.com).