Nicola Cherciu (Née Mc Gavin)
About Nicola Cherciu (Née Mc Gavin)
Nicola Cherciu (née Mc Gavin) serves as the Innovation Lead for the UK/Lloyds Market at AXA XL, a division of AXA. With a background in actuarial science and extensive experience in various roles at Deloitte and Google, she has developed a strong foundation in innovation and management.
Current Role at AXA XL
Nicola Cherciu serves as the Innovation Lead for the UK and Lloyds Market at AXA XL, a division of AXA. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and implementation of innovative strategies within the insurance sector. Her role involves identifying opportunities for growth and enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at AXA XL
Prior to her current position, Nicola worked at AXA XL as the Chief of Staff to the Chief Integration Officer from 2018 to 2020. In this role, she supported the integration processes within the organization, focusing on aligning various departments and enhancing collaboration. Additionally, she briefly served as an Accelerate Partner in 2020.
Experience at Google
Nicola gained experience as an MBA Summer Intern at Google in 2017. During her two-month internship in County Dublin, Ireland, she engaged in projects that provided insights into the tech industry and enhanced her skills in innovation and strategic thinking.
Career at Deloitte South Africa
Nicola worked at Deloitte South Africa from 2011 to 2016. She began her tenure as an Actuarial Analyst for one year before advancing to the role of Manager, where she worked for three years. Her experience at Deloitte involved managing teams and projects, focusing on actuarial services and consulting.
Educational Background
Nicola Cherciu holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from IESE Business School, where she studied from 2016 to 2018. She also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) Honours in Actuarial Science from Stellenbosch University from 2007 to 2010. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in business and actuarial principles.