James Shilling
About James Shilling
James Shilling serves as the Head of International Property at AXA XL in Australia, where he oversees the Brooklyn Underwriting Agency and manages a team of underwriters across major Australian cities. He has extensive experience in property underwriting, having held various positions at notable companies including XL Catlin, AIG, and AXA Corporate Solutions.
Work at AXA XL
James Shilling serves as the Head of International Property for AXA XL in Australia. He has held this position since 2017 and is based in Sydney. In this role, he oversees the Brooklyn Underwriting Agency, which is owned by AXA XL. Shilling is part of the AXA XL Australia management team, where he contributes to strategic decisions and leadership within the organization. He manages a team of underwriters across major Australian cities, including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Before joining AXA XL, James Shilling held various underwriting positions in the insurance industry. He worked at XL Catlin from 2011 to 2017, where he progressed from Underwriting Manager for Middle Market Property to Deputy Underwriting Manager for Property in Australia. Prior to this, he was a Senior Property Underwriter at AIG from 2007 to 2010 in Sydney and at XL Insurance from 2005 to 2007 in London. His career began at AIU Re as an Assistant Property Underwriter from 1995 to 1998, followed by roles at AXA Corporate Solutions and ACE Insurance.
Education and Expertise
James Shilling possesses extensive expertise in property underwriting, developed over nearly three decades in the insurance sector. His educational background is not specified, but his professional experience includes various managerial and senior underwriting roles. His knowledge encompasses both the Australian and UK insurance markets, providing him with a broad perspective on property underwriting practices.
Leadership and Management Skills
In his current role, James Shilling demonstrates strong leadership and management skills by overseeing a team of underwriters in three major Australian cities. His responsibilities include strategic planning and decision-making, contributing to the overall success of AXA XL in the region. His experience in various underwriting roles has equipped him with the necessary skills to lead effectively and manage complex underwriting operations.