Mark Appleton
About Mark Appleton
Mark Appleton is a Senior Underwriter specializing in Marine Liability at AXA XL, with a career spanning over 15 years in the insurance industry. He has held various underwriting positions at notable companies, including The Navigators Group and Hamilton Insurance Group, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Actuarial Studies from the University of Southampton.
Current Role at AXA XL
Mark Appleton serves as a Senior Underwriter specializing in Marine Liability at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the underwriting processes and risk assessment within the marine insurance sector. His role involves evaluating marine liability risks and developing appropriate insurance solutions for clients.
Previous Experience in Marine Liability
Prior to his current role, Mark Appleton worked at Hamilton Insurance Group as Head of Marine Liability from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, he led the marine liability underwriting team in London, United Kingdom. He also served as a Senior Underwriter at Hamilton Insurance Group from 2019 to 2021, further enhancing his expertise in marine insurance.
Experience at The Navigators Group, Inc.
Mark Appleton's career in marine insurance began at The Navigators Group, Inc., where he worked as a Marine & Energy Liability Underwriter from 2010 to 2016. He also held the position of P&I Underwriter at the same company from 2007 to 2010. His tenure at The Navigators Group contributed significantly to his knowledge and skills in marine liability underwriting.
Education and Qualifications
Mark Appleton studied at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Mathematics & Actuarial Studies from 1992 to 1995. Prior to that, he attended Birkenhead School from 1985 to 1992. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in underwriting and risk assessment.