Alex Mason
About Alex Mason
Alex Mason is a Political Risk, Credit & Bonds Underwriting Assistant at AXA XL, with a background in underwriting and analysis across several companies in London. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography with International Relations and a Bachelor of Science in Extended Science from the University of Plymouth.
Current Role at AXA XL
Alex Mason serves as a Political Risk, Credit & Bonds Underwriting Assistant at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the underwriting processes related to political risk and credit. His role involves assessing risks and determining appropriate coverage for clients in various sectors.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Prior to his current role, Alex Mason gained extensive experience in underwriting. He worked at XL Catlin as a Premium Analyst from 2017 to 2018 for ten months, where he analyzed premium data. He also held positions at Antares Underwriting Ltd and Antares Underwriting Services Limited as an Underwriting Assistant from 2013 to 2014, where he supported underwriting operations.
Experience in the Insurance Industry
Alex Mason's career in the insurance industry began with a brief role as a Broker Assistant at JLT Group in 2015. He transitioned to XL Catlin and later to AXA XL, where he focused on premium analysis and underwriting. His experience spans various roles that have contributed to his understanding of the insurance market.
Educational Background
Alex Mason studied at the University of Plymouth, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Geography with International Relations from 2013 to 2017. He also completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) in Extended Science from 2012 to 2013. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in both geographical and international relations concepts.
Early Career and Other Roles
Before entering the insurance sector, Alex Mason worked as a Customer Assistant at Waitrose from 2010 to 2012. He also served as a Camp Counselor at Tripp Lake Camp in Maine during the summers of 2016 and 2017. These roles contributed to his development of interpersonal and customer service skills.