Our Middle Markets business focuses on mid-sized customers in the US Commercial P&C market.In this role you will be responsible for underwriting our Middle Market products and establishing broker and client relationships in the Central Zone to support growing this business.
What you'll be doingEssential responsibilities include:
- Underwriting both new and renewal business for assigned territory.
- Execution of your own annual desk-level underwriting plan.
- Adhere to underwriting guidelines, underwriting authorities and referral requirements as needed to Chief Underwriting Officer and Referral Resources.
- Ensuring high quality service standards and compliance with all internal audit guidelines.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Cross-sell across Middle Market business unit to maximize deployment of AXA XL's capital.
- Travel within territory for broker, client, and internal meetings.
- Develop, maintain and service broker relationships within the distribution model. Coordinate with brokers to determine their marketing and education needs supported by AXAXL Middle Market.
- Act as a representative of the company and our agents by attending internal/external company functions, agent sponsored and industry events.
You will report to central zone Underwriting Manager, General Industries.
What you'll bringWe're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
- Outstanding knowledge of the US insurance industry, combined with in-depth technical knowledge of P&C product offerings and effective broker relationships.
- Middle Market insurance experience (e.g., underwriting, claims, or insurance related business development experience).
- Consistently pursue opportunities to differentiate AXA XL in the industry through our offerings and how we conduct business.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain outstanding insured and broker contacts.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent customer service focus is a must.
- Collaborative team player who provides creative solutions and ideas for resolution.
Desired Skills and Abilities:- Bachelor's Degree preferred; professional designations CPCU, ARM a plus
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent marketing, presentation and negotiation skills.
- Solid leadership and management skills.
- Excellent decision-making skills.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 119,500-199,100.
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 visit US Benefits at a Glance 2026.
