James Mcdowall
About James Mcdowall
James Mcdowall is a Reinsurance Assistant Underwriter specializing in Casualty EMEA at Axa XL, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in reinsurance and business development, having held various roles at companies such as Willis Re and KPMG.
Work at AXA XL
James Mcdowall has been employed at AXA XL, a division of AXA, as a Reinsurance Assistant Underwriter specializing in Casualty EMEA since 2018. In this role, he focuses on underwriting reinsurance for casualty risks across the EMEA region. His responsibilities include assessing risk and developing strategies to manage and mitigate potential losses.
Previous Experience at Willis Re
Prior to his current role, James Mcdowall worked at Willis Re in various capacities. He served as a Gdp Rotation 1 in the Casualty Treaty division from 2016 to 2017 for eight months. He also held positions as Gdp Rotation 2 in Finex Fi and as Gdp Rotation 3 in the International EMEA West and South teams, accumulating a total of over 1.5 years of experience at Willis Re. Additionally, he has been a Reinsurance Broker at Willis Re since 2018.
Education and Expertise
James Mcdowall studied at the University of Bristol Law School, where he earned a Master of Engineering degree in Civil Engineering from 2012 to 2016. His academic focus was on Smart Systems, which reflects his technical expertise. He also has a bilingual proficiency in French and English, enhancing his communication skills in international settings.
Internship Experience
James Mcdowall has gained diverse internship experience in the insurance and consulting sectors. He interned at KPMG as a Business Development Intern in 2012, at BP as a Data and Project Management Engineer Intern in 2014, and at Verspieren as a Broker and Risk Consultant Intern in 2015. These roles provided him with foundational knowledge in business development, data management, and risk consulting.
Achievements in Business Development
In his role at Willis Re, James Mcdowall contributed to the development of new business initiatives by leveraging operational tools and innovative insights, including the application of cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence within the Financial Institutions team. He also co-wrote a Healthcare Liability Research Bulletin, showcasing his ability to engage in research and analysis relevant to the casualty reinsurance sector.