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.

AXIS Capital is recruiting for an Underwriting Intern position available within our Dublin Underwriting team. This is a great opportunity to get involved in an internationally focused underwriting team, while at the same time gaining valuable professional experience.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Provide administrative support to Underwriters

• Provide support in processing policy endorsements, renewals, cancellations, and other policy related transactions

• Develop strong product knowledge affecting various lines of business and insurance industry

• Participate in a structured training programme with interns from other departments where you’ll get to understand other parts of the business

• Complete professional training courses including but not limited to; Understanding AI, Power BI, Cyber Security

• Access to study support for professional qualifications

• Diversity, Equality and Inclusion workshops

• Attend Global Townhalls and Earning Release calls

• Liaise with other areas of the business to address enquiries, resolve issues, and ensure efficient workflow within the team

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency enhancement within service delivery and underwriting operations

• Provide regular reporting to the Underwriting team

• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

• Contribute to a culture of knowledge-sharing and innovation within the team.

• Developing great personal and business skills, with support from mentors and highly experienced business leaders.

Required Skills:

• Self-motivated, conscientious self-starter capable of working independently.

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills

• Ability to follow instructions as directed and take ownership for the accuracy and quality of all work.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• High attention to detail.

• Helpful, flexible, and supportive approach.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite