Jonathan Holmes
About Jonathan Holmes
Jonathan Holmes serves as the Head of Hull for Asia at AXA XL, having held this position since 2019. He has extensive experience in marine underwriting, previously working with XL Catlin and Catlin in various roles.
Current Role at AXA XL
Jonathan Holmes serves as the Head of Hull for Asia at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019 and is based in Singapore. In this role, he oversees marine hull insurance operations across the Asian market, focusing on risk assessment and underwriting strategies.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Prior to his current role, Jonathan Holmes worked at XL Catlin. He was an Underwriter for Marine Hull and War from 2018 to 2019 in Singapore. Before that, he served as an Assistant Underwriter in Marine Hull and War for 11 months in London during 2015. His tenure at XL Catlin contributed to his expertise in marine insurance.
Career Background in Marine Underwriting
Jonathan Holmes began his career in marine underwriting at Catlin, where he worked as a Marine Underwriting Assistant from 2011 to 2014. This role provided him with foundational knowledge and experience in the marine insurance sector, which he later applied in his positions at XL Catlin and AXA XL.
Educational Qualifications
Jonathan Holmes holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Environment and Development Studies from King's College London, which he completed from 2009 to 2010. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Geography from the University of Hertfordshire, where he studied from 2005 to 2008. His educational background supports his understanding of environmental factors in marine insurance.
Early Career at Defra
Before entering the marine insurance industry, Jonathan Holmes worked as an Administrative Officer at Defra from 2008 to 2009 in Chelmsford, United Kingdom. This role involved administrative tasks that contributed to his professional development and organizational skills.