Simon Price
About Simon Price
Simon Price serves as the Head of International M&A at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2018. He has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, having previously worked in senior roles at Marsh, XL Catlin, and Davies Arnold Cooper LLP.
Current Role at AXA XL
Simon Price serves as the Head of International M&A at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2018. In this role, he oversees mergers and acquisitions on an international scale, leveraging his extensive experience in the insurance and legal sectors. His leadership is focused on driving strategic initiatives that align with the company's growth objectives.
Previous Experience in M&A and Insurance
Prior to his current position, Simon Price held several significant roles in the mergers and acquisitions sector. He worked at XL Catlin as Head of EMEA M&A from 2017 to 2018, where he transitioned from a senior underwriter role to leading the M&A team. Before that, he was a Senior Vice President at Marsh in the PEMA EMEA team from 2016 to 2017, specializing in warranty and indemnity and specific/contingent risk insurance.
Legal Background and Early Career
Simon Price began his career in law, spending a decade in private legal practice. He worked at Davies Arnold Cooper LLP as an Associate from 2004 to 2010 and held various positions, including a Trainee/Solicitor at Macfarlanes from 2000 to 2003. His legal experience includes a role as a Secondee to the Investment Legal team at 3i Group plc and to the Supply Chain team at QBE European Operations.
Education and Qualifications
Simon Price studied Law at the University of Oxford, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 1995 to 1998. He furthered his legal education at the Oxford Institute of Legal Practice, achieving his LPC from 1998 to 1999. His foundational education was completed at Sevenoaks School from 1988 to 1995.
Specializations and Expertise
Throughout his career, Simon Price has specialized in areas such as warranty and indemnity insurance and specific/contingent risk insurance. His expertise in these fields was notably developed during his tenure at Marsh, where he worked as a senior broker in the PEMA EMEA team. This specialization has informed his strategic approach in mergers and acquisitions.