Matt Shirley
About Matt Shirley
Matt Shirley serves as the Head of Capital Modelling at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in capital modelling, having previously held positions at XL Catlin and Ernst & Young.
Current Role at AXA XL
Matt Shirley serves as the Head of Capital Modelling at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of capital models, ensuring they align with regulatory requirements and business objectives. Additionally, he has held the position of Deputy Head of Capital Modelling since 2019, contributing to strategic initiatives and enhancing the overall capital modelling framework within the organization.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Prior to his current role, Matt Shirley worked at XL Catlin for a total of nine years. He began as an Actuary from 2010 to 2015, where he focused on capital management and risk assessment. He then advanced to the position of Head of Capital Model Development from 2015 to 2019, leading efforts to refine capital models and improve their accuracy and effectiveness in the London office.
Experience at Ernst & Young
Matt Shirley gained valuable experience as an Actuary at Ernst & Young from 2005 to 2010. During his five years there, he contributed to various actuarial projects, focusing on risk analysis and financial modeling, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in capital modelling.
Education and Expertise
Matt Shirley studied at the University of Oxford, where he earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Mathematics from 2000 to 2003. He continued his education at the same institution, achieving a Master of Science (MSc) in Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing from 2003 to 2004. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in capital modelling and actuarial science.