Christopher Rowland
About Christopher Rowland
Christopher Rowland serves as the Head of International Liability & Motor at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2006. He has extensive experience in underwriting, having previously worked at GE Capital and Faraday Underwriting Limited.
Current Role at AXA XL
Christopher Rowland serves as the Head of International Liability & Motor at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2006, contributing to the company's strategic direction in international liability and motor insurance. His extensive experience in the insurance sector supports his leadership role, where he oversees various initiatives and manages a team focused on delivering comprehensive insurance solutions.
Previous Experience at GE Capital
Prior to his current role, Christopher Rowland worked at GE Capital as a Class Underwriter from 1999 to 2006. During his seven years at GE Insurance Solutions in London, he developed expertise in underwriting and risk assessment, which laid the foundation for his later career in international liability and motor insurance.
Early Career at Faraday Underwriting Limited
Christopher Rowland began his career at Faraday Underwriting Limited, where he served as an Assistant Underwriter from 1995 to 1999. His four years in this role provided him with essential skills in underwriting processes and client management, contributing to his professional growth in the insurance industry.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Rowland studied at the University of Nottingham, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Environmental Engineering & Resource Management. His education, completed from 1991 to 1994, equipped him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in the insurance sector.