Conor Gaffney
About Conor Gaffney
Conor Gaffney serves as the Head of Specialty for Global Markets at AXA XL, having previously held key roles in reinsurance and actuarial consulting across various companies in Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Current Role at AXA XL
Conor Gaffney serves as the Head of Specialty - Global Markets at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Bermuda. In this role, he oversees various specialty insurance operations and strategies within the global market, contributing to the company's overall growth and service offerings.
Previous Experience at AXA XL
Before his current role, Gaffney worked at AXA XL as the Head of Specialty in London from 2019 to 2021. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing specialty lines of business and enhancing the company's market presence in the region.
Career Background in Reinsurance and Actuarial Science
Gaffney has a diverse background in reinsurance and actuarial science. He served as the Head of Reinsurance Underwriting at Greenlight Reinsurance Ireland, Limited from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Reinsurance Pricing Actuary at AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. for 11 months in 2009, and as a Senior Actuarial Consultant at PwC from 2010 to 2012.
Educational Qualifications
Conor Gaffney holds a Bachelor of Actuarial and Financial Studies from University College Dublin, which he completed from 2001 to 2005. He is also a Qualified Fellow (FIA) of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in the United Kingdom, achieving this designation in 2009. Additionally, he has participated in the Executive Summer School at The London School of Economics and Political Science since 2014.
Experience in Underwriting and Actuarial Roles
Gaffney has extensive experience in underwriting and actuarial roles. He worked as an Underwriter & Actuary at Greenlight Reinsurance Ireland, Limited from 2012 to 2015. His career reflects a strong focus on risk assessment and pricing strategies within the insurance and reinsurance sectors.