Construction Manager (Temporary) in London

Head of Construction - UK & Lloyd'sLondon, United KingdomAXA XL’s culture of profitable growth is the core when executing consistent underwriting standards, practices and procedures. This role is considered both a technical and customer-facing position, working hand-in-hand with internal clients and meeting with key brokers to support the unit's underwriting and marketing strategies. You will work closely with the Global Chief Underwriting Office (GCUO) and the Regional CUO to achieve financial objectives and be responsible for all underwriting activities. Continually monitor objectives for financial, marketing and client satisfaction success and provide guidance immediately when trending against plan.Set and drive strategic and operational objectives that will result in early “wins” to achieve short-term success but not at the cost of jeopardizing annual or long-term goals.Develop data tools and analytic reports; leveraging underwriting’s central capabilities, to allow for ongoing monitoring of product performance, budgets and forecasts.Collaborating with the business line leaders to identify and develop centers of excellence among underwriters for specific industries (e.g., technology, energy, life science, etc.).Driving new product development process in anticipation of market need (form and endorsement development) in conjunction with product management and others.Achieving business plan financial objectives and profitable growth as approved by senior management. Developing and implementing strategic underwriting plans for the segment or region, aligned with current and long-term objectives.Working with the business line leaders to develop the underwriting appetite, segmentation strategy and portfolio management.Being an integral part of the underwriting process with focus on risk selection, structure and pricing.Maintaining and modifying underwriting policies, procedures and authority guidelines as required to enable underwriters to profitably achieve financial goals and maximize AXA XL's opportunities.Collaborating with the Actuarial team, to improve pricing models and analytics necessary to support profitable risk selection and growth.Leading audit/review process of the functional units to ensure technical compliance through adequate underwriting controls. Preserve and enhance profitability through the development of sophisticated underwriting and analytic techniques, pricing discipline, competitive analysis and the development of performance metrics and controlsSupport product management and innovation by developing analytical rigor, capabilities and processes that will enable the team to achieve their growth and profitability targetsEnsure underwriting objectives, limits, product and product enhancements are all consistent with AXA XL’s overall casualty strategyThrough regular communication discuss meeting underwriting excellence objectives through audits and loss activity consistent within AXA XLAssisting in producer relationships and maintaining visibility in the market:Working with the underwriting managers, sales and regional leaders to achieve cross selling objectives and develop marketing strategies.Mentoring and coaching the underwriting team and develop a succession plan.Partnering with actuarial, accounting, claims, and finance and product management as required to support the underwriting strategies and service excellence.Partnering with the Chief Risk Officer and others to implement best practices and internal controls to support enterprise risk management (e.g., internal audit, FIC, Regulatory, etc.).Lead with the value of a strong partnership demonstrating AXA XL’s ability to now be viewed as a long-term player.You will report to Chief Underwriting Officer - Retail P&C, UK & LloydsWhat you’ll bring We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Experience: Substantial experience focusing on underwriting management and operations. You will also have experience building relationships with all the larger brokers and large regional agencies. An undergraduate degree is required and a Master’s Degree and/or professional insurance certification preferred. You will be a non-political player who can, by virtue of your background and experiences, be immediately credible with both internal and external constituents who include brokers and customers. Business Building: You must have a strong balance of both strategic and operating skills. Highly attentive to operational and financial details, you will be well organized, a disciplined planner with solid communication skills. You will be financially astute and sophisticated in identifying key financial trends and reworking metrics to get to answers that at first were not obvious. Finally, through your reputation in the industry, you will have the ability to attract the best talent in the industry.What we offer InclusionAXA 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. 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 ArrangementsEnhanced family-friendly leave benefitsNamed to the Diversity Best Practices IndexSignatory to the UK Women in Finance CharterLearn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Total RewardsAXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. 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. 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. Who we areAXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. 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.