Alastair Baker
About Alastair Baker
Alastair Baker serves as the Head of Industry Practices & Corporate Segment Development at AXA XL, a division of AXA, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in civil engineering and business management, with previous roles at Carillion and Arup.
Work at AXA XL
Alastair Baker serves as the Head of Industry Practices & Corporate Segment Development at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in industry practices. His role involves overseeing the development of corporate segments and enhancing industry-specific solutions. Prior to this, he was the Global Head of Industry Practices at AXA XL since 2018, based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Education and Expertise
Alastair Baker holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Civil Engineering with Architecture from the University of Leeds, which he completed from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education by obtaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management from Aston University between 2006 and 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in engineering and corporate development.
Background
Alastair Baker has a diverse professional background in engineering and management. He began his career at Carillion, where he worked as a Section Engineer from 2002 to 2004, then as a Senior Engineer from 2005 to 2007, and later as a Construction Manager from 2007 to 2010 in London, United Kingdom. He also worked for Arup as a Structural Design Engineer for one year in 2004.
Career Progression
Alastair Baker's career progression reflects a solid trajectory in the engineering and construction sectors. After his initial roles at Carillion and Arup, he transitioned to AXA XL, where he has taken on increasing responsibilities. His extensive experience in engineering and management has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current leadership role.