Manager of Cyber & Technology Underwriting – West
Head of Cyber West Los Angeles, CA I San Francisco, CA I USAAXA XL provides cyber insurance and technology professional liability on an open brokerage basis to start-up firms all the way up to the Fortune 500.
This class has been identified by AXA XL as an exciting growth area with excellent prospects for the successful underwriter to grow their profile and advance their career.
As digital threats grow more sophisticated, malicious, and hard to detect, our focus on innovation in providing tailored solutions to complex risks AXA XL has earned the reputation as a market leader.
An increased dependence on technology brings increased vulnerabilities.
Data breaches threaten the security of financial, customer, employee, and other proprietary data, and, at any time, a cyber-attack can disrupt a company's operations.
We have an exciting opportunity to lead the Region's established underwriting team for one of the top growth areas for all of AXA XL.
The individual will be responsible for the region's strategy, growth, and overall impact to the America's Region Chief Underwriting Office.
You will lead the Regional Underwriting team, servicing a large renewal book and be responsible for producing new business through exceptional underwriting practices.
You will represent yourself as a true Cyber leader, internally and externally, based on your extensive and unique knowledge and experience.
DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include?Responsible for owning the strategy for profitable growth with new business and renewal business within (and possibly outside of) assigned territory to achieve profitable premium and rate goals, working with actuarial and claims, and successfully delivering results consistent with financial plan.
Closely collaborate with the leadership team to develop products to drive Cyber growth.
Provide input on the marketing strategy and partnership opportunities.
Create and execute the annual business plan and strategy, ensuring consistency with agreed risk appetites.
Responsible for underwriting profit and loss within the function, including revenue management on a gross and net level, and expense management.
Ensure that appropriate underwriting governance is maintained through policies, procedures, reviews, audits, and training.
Promote the professional growth of a diverse and engaged underwriting community, while planning effectively to maintain the organization's business continuity goals.
Manage underwriting teams to ensure operational efficiency around production and hit ratio reporting, retention ratios, production planning and tactical actions expected related to the established plans.
Underwrite, manage, and service a cyber and technology renewal book and produce new business in accordance with business unit goals.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the analysis and evaluation of risk.
Participate in roundtable discussions on risk assessment.
Negotiate with producers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives.
Maintain and generate new relationships with assigned brokers and clients to identify and establish new distribution relationships.
Maintain expertise with the products, services, priorities, and target markets to more effectively enable clients to uncover hidden cyber risks.
Promote the company's expertise by participating in industry conferences and events while regularly conducting and taking leadership roles in client and broker meetings to educate on evolving cyber risk.
Embody the AXA XL culture and act as a role model for all colleagues, irrespective of organizational alignment.
This role reports to the Head of Cyber, US.
SHARE your talentWe're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills and Abilities:
Extensive Cyber and Technology Underwriting/Managerial experience with an outstanding conceptual comprehension of data security, privacy, cyber and information risk.
Must reside in the West Region of the US.
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.
A leader who anticipates customer and market trends in order to position AXA XL as a responsible and innovative market shaper and Thought Leader in the industry.
Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business.
Ability to energize a team through a compelling vision of the business and for the future.
A proven bold decision maker who can drive results in uncertain environments.
An engaged leader who proactively challenges the status quo to create momentum and action for change.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations.
Outstanding collaborative skills in a fast-paced team-centric environment.
Outstanding interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to demonstrate critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
The ability to travel a minimum of 15% of the time is anticipated.
A bachelor's degree is required.
Continuing education or professional designations in insurance underwriting and information privacyFIND your futureAXA 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 at axaxl.
comInclusion & DiversityAXA 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 CharterLearn more at axaxl.
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 see Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.
S.
pay range for this position is USD 211,000 260,000.
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.
Wealsobelieve 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 aboutAXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.
pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.
com).
Job SummaryJob number:
11003056D20240104Date posted :
2024-03-05Profession:
Operational ExcellenceEmployment type:
STANDARD.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
This class has been identified by AXA XL as an exciting growth area with excellent prospects for the successful underwriter to grow their profile and advance their career.
As digital threats grow more sophisticated, malicious, and hard to detect, our focus on innovation in providing tailored solutions to complex risks AXA XL has earned the reputation as a market leader.
An increased dependence on technology brings increased vulnerabilities.
Data breaches threaten the security of financial, customer, employee, and other proprietary data, and, at any time, a cyber-attack can disrupt a company's operations.
We have an exciting opportunity to lead the Region's established underwriting team for one of the top growth areas for all of AXA XL.
The individual will be responsible for the region's strategy, growth, and overall impact to the America's Region Chief Underwriting Office.
You will lead the Regional Underwriting team, servicing a large renewal book and be responsible for producing new business through exceptional underwriting practices.
You will represent yourself as a true Cyber leader, internally and externally, based on your extensive and unique knowledge and experience.
DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include?Responsible for owning the strategy for profitable growth with new business and renewal business within (and possibly outside of) assigned territory to achieve profitable premium and rate goals, working with actuarial and claims, and successfully delivering results consistent with financial plan.
Closely collaborate with the leadership team to develop products to drive Cyber growth.
Provide input on the marketing strategy and partnership opportunities.
Create and execute the annual business plan and strategy, ensuring consistency with agreed risk appetites.
Responsible for underwriting profit and loss within the function, including revenue management on a gross and net level, and expense management.
Ensure that appropriate underwriting governance is maintained through policies, procedures, reviews, audits, and training.
Promote the professional growth of a diverse and engaged underwriting community, while planning effectively to maintain the organization's business continuity goals.
Manage underwriting teams to ensure operational efficiency around production and hit ratio reporting, retention ratios, production planning and tactical actions expected related to the established plans.
Underwrite, manage, and service a cyber and technology renewal book and produce new business in accordance with business unit goals.
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in the analysis and evaluation of risk.
Participate in roundtable discussions on risk assessment.
Negotiate with producers within the limits of delegated authority and in accordance with established underwriting standards to achieve profit objectives.
Maintain and generate new relationships with assigned brokers and clients to identify and establish new distribution relationships.
Maintain expertise with the products, services, priorities, and target markets to more effectively enable clients to uncover hidden cyber risks.
Promote the company's expertise by participating in industry conferences and events while regularly conducting and taking leadership roles in client and broker meetings to educate on evolving cyber risk.
Embody the AXA XL culture and act as a role model for all colleagues, irrespective of organizational alignment.
This role reports to the Head of Cyber, US.
SHARE your talentWe're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
Required Skills and Abilities:
Extensive Cyber and Technology Underwriting/Managerial experience with an outstanding conceptual comprehension of data security, privacy, cyber and information risk.
Must reside in the West Region of the US.
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.
A leader who anticipates customer and market trends in order to position AXA XL as a responsible and innovative market shaper and Thought Leader in the industry.
Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business.
Ability to energize a team through a compelling vision of the business and for the future.
A proven bold decision maker who can drive results in uncertain environments.
An engaged leader who proactively challenges the status quo to create momentum and action for change.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations.
Outstanding collaborative skills in a fast-paced team-centric environment.
Outstanding interpersonal, presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to demonstrate critical thinking, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
The ability to travel a minimum of 15% of the time is anticipated.
A bachelor's degree is required.
Continuing education or professional designations in insurance underwriting and information privacyFIND your futureAXA 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 at axaxl.
comInclusion & DiversityAXA 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 CharterLearn more at axaxl.
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 see Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.
S.
pay range for this position is USD 211,000 260,000.
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.
Wealsobelieve 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 aboutAXA XL's benefits offerings, please visit US-Benefits-at-a-Glance_2023_US.
pdf (myaxaxlbenefits.
com).
Job SummaryJob number:
11003056D20240104Date posted :
2024-03-05Profession:
Operational ExcellenceEmployment type:
STANDARD.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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