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About AXA AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence. AXA Commercial protects businesses, from multinationals to micro start-ups, giving them the confidence to thrive. Job overview Are you passionate about the Real Estate sector and eager to drive growth in a dynamic, global environment? We're seeking a dedicated professional to lead the expansion of our Multinational Real Estate business for Mid-Corporate and Corporate clients. In this role, you'll be responsible for underwriting risks within your authority, maximizing income opportunities, and building strong relationships with key global brokers. Join us and contribute to our strategic objectives by delivering expert risk assessment and fostering impactful partnerships in the international real estate market. Key responsibilities Ensure trading teams underwrite new and existing business profitably, accurately, consistently and in line with established Multinational underwriting practices, using the full range of appetite and tools available. Proactively lead the development of strong trading relationships with global brokers, taking full ownership for the generation of profitable business. Develop a robust pipeline of appropriate new business opportunities and ensure that long term pipeline is realised by ensuring broker / client engagement. Lead meetings, presentations and tender responses with brokers and end customers to portray AXA capabilities and secure new Multinational business opportunities. Coach, train and develop Underwriters to continually improve their technical and trading capability from a multinational perspective. Act as the referral point for Underwriters within your team, providing technical and trading input to improve the quality of decisions within their empowerment. Work arrangements At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least three days a week (60%) away from home. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. Your skills & experience London Market multinational underwriting experience in areas such as slip based business, bespoke wordings, international, and captives is essential. Strong negotiation, sales, and relationship building skills, with a proven ability to establish and maintain networks with key stakeholders in the real estate sector. Extensive experience managing multinational cases and portfolios, including direct client exposure and understanding of legislative and regulatory insurance requirements. High technical product knowledge for real estate classes and familiarity with key London Market stakeholders. Motivated and target driven, with excellent time management, prioritisation, and the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, capable of building positive relationships internally and externally across all levels. Proven track record of performance management, including monthly oversight of intermediary performance using MI/business tools, with the agility to adjust strategies to meet financial KPIs. CII qualifications are desirable, demonstrating a solid foundation of insurance knowledge and professionalism. As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. This position has been defined as an Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) role under the IDD regime which means that in addition to pre employment screening checks, the successful candidate will be subject to background screening every four years with an annual declaration in interim years. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to . We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date.

Underwriter - Title London, UK In world of real estate transactions and portfolio management, deal professionals need every tool at their disposal in order to manage risks arising from their property portfolios and manage land transactions as quickly and efficiently as possible. With the use of title insurance solutions now being commonplace, now more than ever the parties involved need to be confident that they have a credible, experienced and service-oriented insurance partner. AXA XL provides title insurance for risks associated with acquisitions, investments, disposals and other commercial transactions involving real estate assets. Our offering encompasses a suite of products, each of which can be used in different ways to facilitate a transaction (primarily title, legal indemnity, and fundamental warranty insurance). AXA XL provides a full suite of Transactional Liability Products to a broad range of corporate and financial institution clients, across a variety of sectors and jurisdictions through our combined M&A and Title Team. We use our network of underwriters (based across London, Paris and New York) to underwrite transactions globally. In London, our Title underwriters work as part of a combined transactional risk group with our experienced M&A team, which allows us also to provide hybrid Title and fundamental warranty coverage alongside our M&A products. This is a regulated role under the Central Bank of Ireland's Fitness and Probity regime. What you'll be doing Our combined Title and M&A practice has a great opportunity for an underwriter to join their successful team and support the expansion of the Title practice. You will play a critical role within the team, where you will focus on assessing, quoting and underwriting potential risks, processing deal documentation, managing workflow, establishing strong relationships internally and externally and acting as the critical interface between the broker/clients and AXAXL. You are expected to generate profitable premium and develop broker and client relationships, as we continue to build our underwriting capability. What will your essential responsibilities include? Managing deal workflow (including triage of enquiries) and the underwriting process across ongoing active transactions. Processing and negotiating documentation, including NDAs and non-release letters, and liaising with our colleagues in AXA XL's legal and compliance teams where required. Drafting and submitting custom tailored quotes for proposed policies and following up with brokers to win new business. Reviewing and analysing relevant searches, due diligence reports and disclosure documentation in order to assess submissions and identify deal risks. Interacting with and supporting other team members on day to day business issues and throughout the underwriting process, including performing detailed analysis of issues raised on underwriting calls and in due diligence reports. Negotiating and drafting insurance policy terms and language specifically addressing the risk and issues in each case. Collaborating with and helping to instruct and supervise external legal counsel hired to represent AXA XL. Developing and cultivating relationships with title and M&A insurance brokers, lawyers, private equity firms, deal principals and internal AXA XL colleagues. Contribution towards the running of the accounts, including monitoring and managing status/progress of accounts implementation from quote processing to policy issuance, premium collection and policy maintenance (certificates, endorsements etc.) Working with our colleagues in AXA XL's claims team to deal with policy notifications and claims. Assisting in the management of DUAs and renewals. You will report to the Underwriting Manager for Title. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Significant experience of title or real estate insurance (either as a broker/underwriter or from a client or advisor perspective). Qualified lawyer with real estate experience (desirable). In depth knowledge of real estate and title-related legal matters. Extensive business development skills. Experience underwriting, procuring, broking or negotiating title or legal indemnity risks Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent negotiating skills and comfort working with complex legal documents. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment is essential. Organised, reliable and able to work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines and timetable pressures. 2.1 degree (or similar) in law, accounting, economics or business required. Ability to develop and understand business processes, strategy and planning What we offer Inclusion 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. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. 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 Arrangements Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA 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. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. 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. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. 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. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. For more information, please see Who we are AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? 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. Learn more at

About AXA: AXA is a global leader in insurance and financial services, dedicated to helping customers protect what matters most to them. As the sixth-largest insurance company in the world, we provide a wide range of services, including health, car, home, and business insurance. We support millions of customers worldwide, helping them navigate life's uncertainties with confidence. AXA Commercial protects businesses, from multinationals to micro start-ups, giving them the confidence to thrive. Job overview: Are you passionate about the Real Estate sector and eager to drive growth in a dynamic, global environment? We're seeking a dedicated professional to lead the expansion of our Multinational Real Estate business for Mid-Corporate and Corporate clients. In this role, you'll be responsible for underwriting risks within your authority, maximizing income opportunities, and building strong relationships with key global brokers. Join us and contribute to our strategic objectives by delivering expert risk assessment and fostering impactful partnerships in the international real estate market. Key responsibilities: Ensure trading teams underwrite new and existing business profitably, accurately, consistently and in line with established Multinational underwriting practices, using the full range of appetite and tools available. Proactively lead the development of strong trading relationships with global brokers, taking full ownership for the generation of profitable business. Develop a robust pipeline of appropriate new business opportunities and ensure that long term pipeline is realised by ensuring broker / client engagement. Lead meetings, presentations and tender responses with brokers and end customers to portray AXA capabilities and secure new Multinational business opportunities. Coach, train and develop Underwriters to continually improve their technical and trading capability from a multinational perspective. Act as the referral point for Underwriters within your team, providing technical and trading input to improve the quality of decisions within their empowerment. Work arrangements: At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least three days a week (60%) away from home. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition. Your skills & experience: London Market multinational underwriting experience in areas such as slip-based business, bespoke wordings, international, and captives is essential. Strong negotiation, sales, and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to establish and maintain networks with key stakeholders in the real estate sector. Extensive experience managing multinational cases and portfolios, including direct client exposure and understanding of legislative and regulatory insurance requirements. High technical product knowledge for real estate classes and familiarity with key London Market stakeholders. Motivated and target-driven, with excellent time management, prioritisation, and the ability to identify and convert new business opportunities. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, capable of building positive relationships internally and externally across all levels. Proven track record of performance management, including monthly oversight of intermediary performance using MI/business tools, with the agility to adjust strategies to meet financial KPIs. CII qualifications are desirable, demonstrating a solid foundation of insurance knowledge and professionalism. As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom. This position has been defined as an Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) role under the IDD regime which means that in addition to pre-employment screening checks, the successful candidate will be subject to background screening every 4 years with an annual declaration in interim years. How to apply: To apply, click on the 'apply now' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to . We encourage you to apply for this opportunity as soon as possible, as we may close this advert earlier than the listed closing date.