Simon Hearn
About Simon Hearn
Simon Hearn serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer for London Wholesale (Property & Casualty) at AXA XL, with over 30 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry. His career includes significant roles at Swiss Re and AXA XL, where he has demonstrated strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities.
Current Role at AXA XL
Simon Hearn serves as the Chief Underwriting Officer for London Wholesale (Property & Casualty) at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the strategic direction and operational management of underwriting activities. His role involves overseeing underwriting practices and ensuring alignment with the company's risk management framework. Hearn is also responsible for driving profitable growth while maintaining appropriate risk controls.
Previous Experience at AXA XL
Prior to his current role, Simon Hearn worked at AXA XL in various capacities. He served as the Head of Life and Wholesale Accident & Health from 2018 to 2019, and as a Senior Class Underwriter for Life, Accident, and Health from 2013 to 2018. His experience at AXA XL has equipped him with a deep understanding of the insurance landscape and underwriting processes within the organization.
Experience at Swiss Re
Simon Hearn has significant experience at Swiss Re, where he worked in multiple roles. He was a Life and Health Underwriter from 2002 to 2006, followed by a position as Client Manager for Life and Health from 2006 to 2009. His tenure at Swiss Re contributed to his expertise in underwriting and client management in the life and health sectors.
Industry Experience and Skills
With over 30 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry, Simon Hearn has developed strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities. His background includes extensive experience in a global blue-chip environment, where he has demonstrated capabilities in strategic development and business building. Hearn is recognized for his energetic approach and problem-solving skills.
Career Timeline
Simon Hearn's career in the insurance industry spans over three decades. He began as a Life and Health Underwriter at Swiss Re from 2002 to 2006, then transitioned to various roles at AXA XL, including Class Underwriter and Senior Class Underwriter, from 2009 to 2018. He returned to Swiss Re as a Client Manager before rejoining AXA XL, where he has held multiple positions leading to his current role as Chief Underwriting Officer.