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Actuary - Americas Property Pricing
We are looking for a motivated actuary to join the Americas Property Pricing team. You will be the pricing lead for the Excess and Surplus Property portfolio and will also support overall global and Americas Property pricing team activities.
We are seeking a credentialed actuary with relevant experience to ensure AXA XL remains a leader in the field of property technical pricing and portfolio management and guide junior team members. The successful candidate will be highly driven, able to effectively communicate across functions with technical skills to support evolving pricing and analytic needs to drive profitability.
The primary role location is in Exton, PA, USA but open to candidates in NYC, Boston, or Hartford.
What you’ll be doing
Essential responsibilities include:
- Portfolio management activities including selection of base loss ratio for business planning, profitability studies & deep dives, pricing metrics reporting, portfolio segmentation, and dashboard development and maintenance.
- Pricing tool data collection oversight, analysis, quality checking, and reporting.
- Adhere to and comply with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Builds robust stakeholder relationships and is dedicated to understanding and meeting their needs.
- Provide specialized training to underwriters on pricing matters, ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to make informed decisions.
- Leverage new technologies and analytical tools to improve pricing models and processes, ensuring the team stays competitive in the market.
- Engage closely with teams for pricing accuracy and operational alignment including but not limited to: Governance, CUO, Underwriting, Reserving, Claims, Models & Analytics, IT, Compliance, etc.
- Support the development, testing, calibration, and maintenance of pricing models and complex rating algorithms, including studies on pricing parameters, change impacts, and documentation.
- Leverage other AXA XL capabilities, e.g. Geospatial Underwriting, Risk Consulting, Risk Management, IDA and Global Technology
You will report to Head of Pricing, Americas Property Lines and Multinational Solutions.
What you will BRING
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Applied Math, Statistics, or related field
- Qualification level – Qualified actuary through the Casualty Actuarial Society
- Material experience in Property & Casualty actuarial pricing or reserving
- Motivated, strategic thinker with a robust collaborative work ethic and a focus on quality and integrity
- Advanced in and significant experience in Excel
- Legally authorized to work in the posting country
Desired Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical abilities, and attention to detail.
- Takes full responsibility for deliverables, maintaining high standards and openness to feedback for ongoing improvement.
- Excellent influencing, negotiating, and communication skills – both verbal and written.
- Coding proficiency in languages such as Python, R, and SQL, used for data analysis, developing tools, and automating processes is a plus.
- A proactive learner continuously seeking opportunities to deepen expertise in actuarial work.
- Demonstrates robust teamwork skills by actively participating in team activities, contributing to a positive and collaborative environment, and supporting team members in achieving shared goals.
- Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure as well as delivering to deadlines.
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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 axaxl.com.
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 Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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.
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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 Sustainability at AXA XL.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 101,400 - 177,600. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.
At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as an enterprising retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2026.
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