Underwriter - Reinsurance - US Healthcare & Benefits

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.

Underwriter - Reinsurance - US Healthcare & Benefits

AXIS Re is looking for an US Healthcare & Benefits Reinsurance Underwriter who will be responsible for the evaluation, development and underwriting of US Healthcare & Benefits reinsurance business in our United States division. It is expected that the individual in this role will independently develop new sources of reinsurance business flow and oversee the underwriting and installation of both program and excess of loss opportunities. As a underwriter, they will also be responsible for the ongoing management, monitoring and profitability of this business

Candidate Profile

The ideal US Healthcare & Benefits Underwriter should be a hands-on technical with a successful track record in managing and establishing a Healthcare & Benefits Reinsurance book. In addition, this individual should have a deep understanding and visibility with the A&H Reinsurance Space.

The candidate must demonstrate a solid executive presence, characterized by integrity, self-discipline, collaboration, and coachability. They should also have a track record of success in communication, influence, measuring outcomes, and fostering valuable long-term relationships that support profitable strategic initiatives.

Work Profile

This position suits those living in the Greater New York, Chicago, or Princeton, NJ areas, offering a hybrid model with 3 office days and 2 remote days. It also involves travel for industry and company events.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute of strategies for generating reinsurance opportunities.
• Establish or expand relationships with ceding carriers.
• Actively manage relationships with reinsurance intermediaries and other production sources.
• Actively participate in strategy and business planning activities.
• Participate in the development and execution of strategies to expand into new market segments or products as necessary.
• Play a lead role in the underwriting and pricing of new and renewal business to ensure it matches the satisfactory profitability expectations in that specific class.
• Oversee the management of assigned business as per established guidelines including periodic program management meetings, required data flow and audits.

What you need to have :

What we prefer you to have :

For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range $155 $250,000. The specific salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including the experience of the successful candidate and their work location. In addition, all employees are eligible for competitive incentive targets, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. AXIS also 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 more

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