Underwriting Governance Analyst

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Underwriting Governance Analyst

Apply locations London – Scalpel time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ06120

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

Job Description: Underwriting Governance Analyst

How does this role contribute to our collective success?

Reporting directly to the Chief Underwriting Officer of AXIS Managing Agency, this role will be to provide support to the CUO in the oversight of AXIS’s Global Markets business, including the management of its two Lloyd’s Syndicates as well as engaging on a range Global Markets and Lloyd’s Managing Agency tactical and strategic initiatives.

What will you do in this role?

The role will be extremely varied and will involve engagement with a wide range of functional areas of the Global Markets business. You will need to develop working relationships with AMAL CUO, CUO of ASE, Chief of Staff to the Head of Global Markets, Head of Global Markets Transformation, Underwriting team leaders as well as appropriate members of Operations, Actuarial, Compliance, Audit, Risk, Claims, Reserving teams as applicable for any given task or strategic initiative.

Working closely with the Global Markets Executive management, the primary duties will be to:

• Analyse business needs as they pertain to underwriting governance and oversight

• Discuss and help design and develop efficient, effective and compliant Underwriting Governance solutions through appropriate engagement with Underwriting and cross-functional leaders

• Assist with developing suitable materials to enable the implementation of Underwriting Governance Guidance as well as support the CUO with external communication of AXIS’s processes and business plans.

You may also be required to take on additional duties, responsibilities and activities appropriate to the nature of this role.

About You:

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

What you need to have:

• Graduate with relevant degree in Finance, Legal, Insurance or Economics related discipline

• Preferred Lloyd’s/London Market Experience

• Problem solving/analytical skills

• Written communication, drafting, report writing & presentation skills

• Numerate and confident analysing and presenting Data

• Verbal communication, negotiation & influencing

• Pro-activeness, forward-looking, anticipating challenges

• Questioning and listening skills

• Organisational skills

• Building relationships within AXIS and external stakeholders

• Building rapport & team working

• Independent, constructive challenge

• Stimulating debate, achieving consensus and driving change

• Combine a technical, analytical approach with appreciation of market realities & challenges

What we prefer you to have:

• A level Maths preferred

• Working towards ACII or Financial/Actuarial Qualifications

Role Factors:

In this role, you will typically be expected to work 3-4 days per week in the London office and to typically attend meetings in person, together with the CUO AMAL.

What we offer:

You will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid annual leave, and much more.

About Us

We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry.

Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.

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