Dave Heiniger
About Dave Heiniger
Dave Heiniger serves as the Global Head of Human Resources for P and C at Axa XL, where he has played a key role in developing HR teams worldwide and establishing HR as a strategic partner in business. He has extensive experience in advising executives and managing HR operations in various market conditions.
Work at AXA XL
Dave Heiniger serves as the Global Head of Human Resources for Property and Casualty at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the development of HR strategies that align with business objectives. His role involves overseeing HR operations and ensuring that HR teams are effectively built across various global locations.
Experience at XL Catlin
Heiniger has significant experience at XL Catlin, where he has held multiple HR leadership roles. He was the Global Head of Human Resources for Casualty and EMEA from 2015, and prior to that, he served as the Global Head of Human Resources for International Property and Casualty from 2012 to 2015. His tenure at XL Catlin began with the position of Head of Human Resources for Continental Europe from 2010 to 2012.
Background in Human Resources
Dave Heiniger has a strong background in human resources, with experience in advising executives in both emerging and mature markets. He has a proven track record of establishing HR as a strategic business partner on a global scale and has handled HR operations during turnaround situations.
Education and Expertise
Heiniger studied Human Resources Management at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW), where he achieved a Master's degree from 2005 to 2007. He also attended the London Business School in 2010 for further professional development.
Previous Roles at Swisscom
Before his extensive career at XL Catlin, Dave Heiniger worked at Swisscom as the Head of Human Resources Operations from 2000 to 2007. This role provided him with foundational experience in managing HR operations within a large organization.