Ally Halstead
About Ally Halstead
Ally Halstead is a Senior Claims Handler specializing in Equine, Livestock, and Aquaculture at AXA XL in City of London. With extensive experience in claims handling and brokering across various insurance firms, she has built a solid career in the insurance industry since earning her degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Exeter.
Current Role at AXA XL
Ally Halstead serves as a Senior Claims Handler in the Equine, Livestock & Aquaculture division at AXA XL. She has held this position since 2021, contributing her expertise in claims management within these specialized sectors. Her role involves assessing and processing claims, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and providing support to clients in the equine and livestock industries.
Previous Experience in Claims Management
Prior to her current role, Ally Halstead accumulated extensive experience in claims management across various organizations. She worked as a Claims Handler at MARKETFORM MANAGING AGENCY LIMITED from 2008 to 2011, followed by a position as a Claims Handler at Sportscover from 2011 to 2014. She then transitioned to KBIS British Equestrian Insurance, where she served as Horse Team Manager for 10 months in 2014-2015, before joining BMG Insurance Brokers as a Claims Broker from 2017 to 2021.
Education and Academic Background
Ally Halstead studied at the University of Exeter, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in English Language and Literature from 1996 to 1999. This educational background has provided her with strong communication skills and analytical abilities, which are essential in her claims handling roles.