Associate Underwriter, Media Professional Liability

AXA•Los Angeles, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As the world changes and markets become more dynamic, and as our clients’ needs become more complex, more than ever we are competing for time, opportunities, and relevance. Differentiation at all levels, including how we think about and engage with our clients, is of utmost importance.

Requirements

Moderate experience in commercial insurance, preferably in underwriting, or relevant industry experience.
Knowledge of primary casualty, including wrap‑ups, excess, and umbrella liability, is a plus.
Ability to work in a self‑directed manner while being an open‑minded team player, with a willingness to actively listen and understand unique circumstances that require practical and tailored solutions to complex issues.
Effective insured and broker interaction within the assigned geographic territory, with the ability to target current and prospective contacts to promote available products.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external brokers.
You will work in a team environment, assisting underwriters and or deal administrators as part of overall responsibilities.
Robust organizational, time‑management, and multitasking skills.
Effective comprehension and work experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Willingness to travel approximately 25 percent within the assigned geographic territory, as needed.

Nice To Haves

Advanced education and or professional designations, including but not limited to CPCU, IIA, or CRIS, are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Market to producers to secure new and renewal business.
Review submissions, terms and conditions, statements of values, loss history, and catastrophic modeling, and conduct appropriate research to determine the degree of risk for each account in accordance with company guidelines and granted underwriting authority.
Coordinate with varied business divisions, including Actuarial, Claims, Reinsurance, Accounting, Marketing, Regulatory, and other internal partners that support our businesses.
Determine quotes or declinations of risk.
Calculate rates and premium charges using approved rating models.
Develop and modify policy wording in accordance with delegated underwriting authority when standard forms are not appropriate.
Actively cross sell available products and services.
Support service standards in the delivery of builders risk products and services.