Underwriting Manager, Contingency Media and Entertainment

Within Sports Media and Entertainment, we are looking to grow the portfolio in a way that takes into account current and future market conditions. This profitable portfolio consists of a broad range of risks written across both Lloyd’s & Company platforms. Our expertise encompasses Delegated Authority, Facility & Open Market business. The Underwriting Manager must possess broad technical expertise across Contingency, Media & Entertainment underwriting. Further, you will act as a senior contact for insureds and brokers and ensure strategic growth and development of the business in line with company objectives. You will be required to maintain visibility in the community, thereby reinforcing AXA XL’s brand. Travel to accomplish this objective is required.

The UWM will support AXA XL’s cross-sell objectives by understanding capabilities across other lines of business and maintaining open communication with colleagues in other departments. This is a regulated role under the Central Bank of Ireland’s Fitness and Probity regime.

What you’ll be doing

• Underwrite high profile and complex UK/Global accounts, complying with underwriting guidelines, authorities, processes and strategy.
• Support and manage underwriting operations within the broader Sports, Media & Entertainment portfolio.
• Lead, promote and develop appropriate relationships with brokers, clients, reinsurers and other market players.
• Represent AXA XL during external events/meetings and efficiently promote AXA XL values, capabilities and services.
• Work with other key departments and stakeholders to improve our internal cross sell processes and opportunities.
• Assist and deputise for management, undertaking such duties as and when required.
• Lead, develop and manage a team of underwriters, acting as a referral point.
• Oversight on submissions (including enquiries, NBIs, coverage negotiations and policy wording).
• Ensure client satisfaction as it relates to fulfilment of their insurance requirements.
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives within the key functions.
• Facilitate, participate in and contribute to meetings of underwriting, other technical committees and subject matter expert groups.
• Assist in underwriting file reviews to ensure adherence to established principles, guidelines and procedures.
• Support business reporting and performance analysis, market research and analysis.

What you will bring

• Significant experience in technical underwriting and broker development.
• Effective hands‑on team leadership in accordance with AXA XL corporate values.
• Experience in portfolio management.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise and multi‑task.
• Bachelor’s Degree and ACII (or equivalents) are preferred.

What we offer

• 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.
• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements.
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Who we are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. We partner with those who move the world forward.