Oliver Ridge
About Oliver Ridge
Oliver Ridge is an Associate Project Manager at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in project management and brand promotion, with previous roles at Seed Marketing and COCOLOCO UK LTD.
Work at AXA XL
Oliver Ridge has been employed at AXA XL, a division of AXA, as an Associate Project Manager since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for the integration of two market-leading firms specializing in Fine Art within the Global Delivery team. His work involves managing integration processes across various departments, including finance, underwriters, actuaries, and senior management. He supports Project Managers by inputting financial data into the in-house system to create financial reports, ensuring alignment between forecasts and actual budgets. Additionally, he creates agendas for weekly meetings to update international teams and assists in minute-taking.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Brand Management
Prior to his current role, Oliver Ridge held several positions in marketing and brand management. He worked at Seed Marketing as a Student Brand Manager for Contiki for two months in 2017 in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. He then served as a Campaign Coordinator at Seed from 2017 to 2018 for ten months in London Soho. Additionally, he worked as a Brand Promoter at COCOLOCO UK LTD from 2016 to 2017 for four months in Bournemouth.
Coaching and Leadership Experience
Oliver Ridge has experience in coaching and leadership roles. He worked as an Assistant Hockey Coach at Totallyhockey from 2015 to 2017 for two years in Kent. This position allowed him to develop skills in team management and mentorship, contributing to the growth and development of young athletes.
Education and Expertise
Oliver Ridge studied at Sutton Valance School from 2008 to 2015, where he achieved qualifications in Business and Economic, Physical Education, and Geography. He furthered his education at Bournemouth University from 2015 to 2019, earning a degree in Business Administration and Management with a focus on Sports Management. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his roles in project management and marketing.
Work Experience and Skills Development
In addition to his roles in marketing and project management, Oliver Ridge gained valuable experience through a work placement at Atrium Underwriters Ltd in 2019 for one month in London. This experience contributed to his understanding of the insurance industry and enhanced his skills in financial reporting and project coordination.