Shiwei Jin
About Shiwei Jin
Shiwei Jin serves as the Global Program & Captive Regional Director APAC at AXA XL, where he has worked since 2017. He holds advanced degrees in International Relations and International Politics from Fudan University and has extensive experience in the insurance and investment banking sectors.
Work at AXA XL
Shiwei Jin has served as the Global Program & Captive Regional Director APAC at AXA XL since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of global insurance programs and captive solutions across the Asia-Pacific region. His tenure at AXA XL has been marked by a focus on enhancing the captive industry in Asia, particularly in the context of evolving risk management strategies. Jin's leadership in this capacity reflects his extensive experience in the insurance sector.
Education and Expertise
Shiwei Jin holds a Master of Arts in International Relations from Fudan University, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Law in International Politics from the same institution, completing his undergraduate studies from 1998 to 2002. Additionally, he participated in the Johns Hopkins University—Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies program from 2003 to 2004. This educational background underpins his expertise in governance, regulatory relations, and strategic development within the insurance and finance sectors.
Background
Shiwei Jin's professional journey includes a decade-long tenure at XL Catlin as Senior Manager in Global Programs and Network Services from 2007 to 2017 in London. Prior to that, he worked as an Analyst in Investment Banking at Jefferies & Company for five months in 2007 in Shanghai. His career also includes a role as Project Director at Kamsky Associates from 2005 to 2007 in Beijing. This diverse background has equipped him with a strong international outlook and a breadth of experience across various sectors.
Achievements
Shiwei Jin has made significant contributions to the captive industry in Asia, demonstrating his passion for its development. He has shared insights on the role of captives in risk management at seminars organized by the HKMA Infrastructure Financing Facilitation Office and the Insurance Authority. His discussions have focused on the evolving nature of the captive industry and the benefits of global insurance programs, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.