Business Manager
Chelmsford, UK
Angel Risk Management specialises in underwriting products for the small to medium-sized sector on behalf of AXA XL – the global insurer that combines financial security with a nimble and empowered approach.
The majority of Angel online business is underwritten either via the Angel Underwriting bespoke system from the Angel Chelmsford office or the Angel online quick quote system.
A typical Angel broker would usually be a smaller and predominately regionally focused broker, often independently owned.
AXA XL provides property, casualty, professional and specialty products to industrial, commercial and professional businesses, insurers and enterprises through the world.
As the Business Manager you will be working with the Underwriting Manager as well as the Head of Angel to assist with the identification and execution of underwriting strategy, management support and working closely with AXA XL underwriters on the design & development of new products. This role will include governance and is a fantastic opportunity to develop and progress from an Underwriter position.
You will report to the Underwriting Manager
DISCOVERyour opportunity
What will your essential responsibilities include?
·Identification and execution of Angel’s underwriting strategy.Ensuring the underwriting unit is supported with timely, accurate and complete management information and ensuring that underwriting activities adhere to internal and external control and governance standards.
·Compliance and regulatory support to Angel, working closely with AXA XL compliance and conduct team.
·Management and development of existing Angel products, supporting the underwriting manager
·Supporting the Underwriting Manager and Head of Angel with board meeting presentations
·Monitor and support broker management and development
·Management and monitoring of delegated authority arrangements, supporting underwriters and Underwriting Manager
·Support and collaborate with key stakeholders and Regional Product Leads to develop business plan
·Project support and involvement as required by the Underwriting Manager and Head of Angel
·Co-ordination of training material and support the overall successful delivery of training strategy
·Assist and ensure timely delivery of internal and external reporting requirements
·Support strategic projects as required by Underwriting Management
·Management responsibility – direct report for up to 3 of the underwriting team
SHARE your talent
We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:
·Excellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills, combined with a positive work ethic.
·A background in Underwriting and understanding of governance and compliance
·Knowledge of functionality of systems, including technical skills with Microsoft Office and other relevant systems.
·Ability to respond to a changing environment with flexibility and innovation.
·Excellent interpersonal skills, communication including active listening skills, networking, marketing and collaboration skills, evidencing public speaking and presentation experience.
·Effective time management skills; ability to multi task.
·Excellent knowledge of compliance and regulation
·Experience designing and developing new products is preferable
FIND your future
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.
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