Andrew Underwood
About Andrew Underwood
Andrew Underwood serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer for Specialty at AXA XL, focusing on the UK and Lloyd's markets. He has extensive experience in underwriting, having held various positions at Hiscox over a span of more than two decades.
Current Role at AXA XL
Andrew Underwood serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer for Specialty at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the underwriting strategies and operations within the UK and Lloyd's markets. His role involves overseeing specialty insurance products and ensuring alignment with market demands and regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at Hiscox
Before joining AXA XL, Andrew Underwood had an extensive career at Hiscox, where he held multiple roles. He was the Head of Underwriting Management and Review from 2014 to 2016, and prior to that, he served as the Head of the Specialty Division in the USA from 2010 to 2012. His tenure at Hiscox also included positions such as Deputy Chief Underwriting Officer for the USA and Head of Political Risk, Credit, and Surety.
Political Risk and Credit Underwriting Expertise
Andrew Underwood has significant experience in political risk and credit underwriting. He worked as a Political Risk and Credit Underwriter at Hiscox from 1995 to 2001, and later led the Political Risk, Credit, and Surety division from 2001 to 2009. His expertise in this area has been instrumental in developing underwriting strategies that address complex risks.
Leadership in Underwriting Management
Throughout his career, Andrew Underwood has demonstrated leadership in underwriting management. His role as Head of Underwriting Management and Review at Hiscox involved overseeing the underwriting process and ensuring adherence to best practices. His leadership experience spans various regions, including the USA and the UK.