George Ashwell
About George Ashwell
George Ashwell is an Assistant Underwriter at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in business studies and has held various positions in the insurance industry, including roles at Dexters Estate Agents and XL Catlin.
Current Role at AXA XL
George Ashwell serves as an Assistant Underwriter at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for evaluating risks and determining appropriate insurance coverage for clients. His expertise in underwriting contributes to the company's ability to manage risk effectively. He has been in this position for three years, demonstrating a commitment to the insurance industry.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Prior to his current role, George worked as an Underwriting Assistant at AXA XL from 2018 to 2021. His responsibilities included supporting the underwriting team in assessing applications and managing client relationships. He also held a position as an Underwriting Assistant at XL Catlin from 2016 to 2018, where he gained valuable experience in the underwriting process.
Work Experience in Insurance
George Ashwell has accumulated diverse work experience in the insurance sector. He completed work experience at Winsure Insurance Group and XL Group in 2013, both in Sydney, Australia. Additionally, he gained insights into the industry through a month-long work experience at Tysers in London in 2012. These experiences provided him with foundational knowledge of the insurance landscape.
Education and Qualifications
George studied at Millfield School, achieving a High School qualification from 2011 to 2013. He also attended Ardingly College from 2008 to 2011. Furthering his education, he completed a Business Administration and Management program at Quest Professional from 2014 to 2015. His educational background has equipped him with essential skills relevant to his career in underwriting.
Early Career as Sales Negotiator
George began his professional career as a Sales Negotiator at Dexters Estate Agents in Fulham, where he worked for eight months in 2015 to 2016. This role involved engaging with clients and facilitating property transactions, providing him with early exposure to sales and customer service in a competitive environment.