Jo Russell
About Jo Russell
Jo Russell is a Class Underwriter specializing in Aviation, currently employed at AXA XL since 2018. With a background in business and finance, Russell has held various underwriting roles, including positions at XL Catlin and Xchanging.
Current Role at AXA XL
Jo Russell serves as a Class Underwriter in the Aviation sector at AXA XL, a division of AXA. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the underwriting processes and risk assessment within the aviation industry. Her role involves evaluating insurance applications, determining coverage terms, and managing client relationships to ensure effective service delivery.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Prior to her current role, Jo Russell worked at XL Catlin, where she held multiple positions. She served as an Assistant Underwriter in Aviation from 2009 to 2016, and as an Underwriting Operations Analyst from 2007 to 2009. Her tenure at XL Catlin spanned nearly a decade, during which she gained extensive experience in underwriting and operational analysis.
Background in Business and Finance Education
Jo Russell studied at Mid Kent College, where she earned a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business and Finance from 1995 to 1997. Prior to that, she attended Hundred of Hoo, achieving 9 GCSEs and an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration from 1990 to 1995. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in business principles and financial management.
Early Career at Xchanging
Jo Russell began her career at Xchanging, where she worked as an Accounts and Reconciliation Technician from 2004 to 2007. In this role, she focused on financial reconciliation processes, contributing to the accuracy of financial reporting and account management.