James Gard
About James Gard
James Gard is a Senior Underwriter at AXA XL in London, England, with extensive experience in the UK and Lloyd's insurance markets. He specializes in Professional Indemnity and Retail Property & Casualty insurance sectors and holds the ACII designation.
Work at AXA XL
James Gard currently serves as a Senior Underwriter at AXA XL, a division of AXA, where he has been employed since 2021. His role involves overseeing underwriting processes and managing risk assessment in the insurance sector. Prior to this position, he worked at AXA XL as an Underwriter from 2018 to 2021, gaining valuable experience in the London insurance market.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
James Gard has extensive experience in the underwriting field, having worked at XL Catlin in various capacities. He served as an Underwriting Assistant for Professional Indemnity and Financial Institutions from 2013 to 2015. He then progressed to the role of Assistant Underwriter from 2015 to 2018, where he further developed his skills in risk evaluation and policy formulation.
Education and Expertise
James Gard studied at the University of the West of England, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2010 to 2013. His educational background also includes attendance at Welbeck Defence Sixth Form College and Sutton Valence School. He holds the ACII designation, which indicates his advanced knowledge and expertise in the insurance industry.
Background in Insurance Markets
James Gard has experience working with both the UK and Lloyd's insurance markets. His specialization includes Professional Indemnity and Retail Property & Casualty insurance sectors, reflecting his comprehensive understanding of various insurance products and risk management strategies.