Richard Blake Lawson
About Richard Blake Lawson
Richard Blake Lawson is an Underwriting Assurance Strategy & Solutions Manager with extensive experience in the insurance sector, having held various roles at notable companies including Lloyd's of London and Beazley. He has a background in business and management, holding a BSc from the University of Westminster, and actively contributes to diversity initiatives at AXA XL.
Current Role at AXA XL
Richard Blake Lawson serves as the Underwriting Assurance Strategy & Solutions Manager at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing a team that produces management dashboards and reporting capabilities, enhancing visibility of key themes within the organization. Lawson has also launched a new function to address concerns from Internal Audit, Independent Review, and Group Review activities, aligning remediation plans into transversal projects.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Prior to his current role, Lawson accumulated extensive experience in the insurance sector. He worked at Lloyd's of London as Deputy Executive of Syndicate Underwriting Performance from 2011 to 2014. Before that, he was a Political Violence and Terrorism Assistant Underwriter at Beazley from 2006 to 2011. His career also includes roles as a Casualty Underwriting Assistant at RSA and various product management positions, including Senior Product Manager - Global Specialty and Product Manager - Global Lines.
Education and Qualifications
Lawson studied at the University of Westminster, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Management with a 2i classification. His studies took place from 2002 to 2005, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles that support his career in underwriting and insurance management.
Professional Involvement at AXA XL
At AXA XL, Lawson actively participates in the Returning to Work network, which supports individuals re-entering the workforce. He also serves as a Committee Member of the LGBT+ colleague network, contributing to initiatives that promote inclusivity and support within the organization.