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Head of Construction - USA

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.
Reports to
Global Head of Construction
Purpose
To develop and lead the US Construction offering, initially focusing on Builders Risk but broadening out to Primary and Excess Casualty over time
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Expert professional with extensive experience in the field, growing and managing a group of underwriting professionals within a complex line of business. Recognized externally to AXIS as a leader in a complex professional field.
  • Has prior experience managing or leading the work of others.
  • Begins to play a lead role in professional associations to promote AXIS.
  • Brokers seek them out for expertise and insights and be able to lead the development of effective networks with internal and/or external customers and the professional/technical community.
  • Responsible for growth, business development, and profitability of the US construction property book with a heavy emphasis on new business development.
  • Develop and execute marketing plans to achieve growth and profit goals. Make recommendations for changes to underwriting policies and pricing strategies. Planning time horizon is 3-5 years into the future.
  • Identify and use resources like claims, actuary, regulatory and legal to formulate strategies.
  • Function very independently.
  • Develop and/or contribute to the creation of global business unit goals.
  • Directly responsible for the Builders Risk product in the USA. Directly manage and develop the technical, administrative, and managerial skills of assigned staff through coaching, educational offerings, work assignments, and other developmental opportunities.
  • Potentially play a role in developing new products or re-developing existing product portfolio.
  • Strong emphasis on new business development.
  • Consideration for both authority level and management of a sizable book of business.
Qualifications
Preferred: Engineering Qualification
Salary
For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $230K-290K (NY) & $185K-250K (Chicago) . 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. On top of this, 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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CEO of AXIS Capital
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Vince C. Tizzio
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Expertise in complex risks. Underwriting expertise. Superior service and claims handling. These attributes define AXIS – they are our DNA. AXIS brings the sophistication of a top specialty insurer and global reinsurer and the agility of a firm wit...

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DATE POSTED
August 5, 2023

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