Simon Squires
About Simon Squires
Simon Squires serves as the Senior Operations Lead for AXA XL in the UK and Ireland, focusing on International and Premium Collections. He has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held various leadership roles and actively promoted the use of technology and standard messaging to enhance operational efficiency.
Current Role at AXA XL
Simon Squires serves as the Senior Operations Lead for the UK and Ireland, focusing on International and Premium Collections at AXA XL. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the operational efficiency and strategic direction of the organization. His role involves overseeing various processes and ensuring alignment with the company's objectives in the insurance sector.
Previous Experience at XL Catlin
Before joining AXA XL, Simon Squires worked at XL Catlin as the Enterprise Operations Lead for the UK and ROI, specifically in Casualty, Property, and Premium Collections. He held this position from 2015 and was pivotal in supporting the London Target Operating Model (TOM) and aligning the company with new operational processes. His tenure at XL Catlin lasted for nine years.
Professional Background in Insurance
Simon Squires has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held various roles in notable organizations. He worked as an Operations Manager for RSA in the Asia Pacific region and served as a CPO Regional Manager at XL Catlin. His career also includes positions at PwC UK and PwC Canada, where he gained significant expertise in auditing and financial management.
Educational Qualifications
Simon Squires holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Financial Services and Change Management from City University London, which he completed from 1996 to 1999. He also earned a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from the University of the West of England between 1983 and 1986. Additionally, he obtained a Business Education Certificate from South Bristol Technical College.
Leadership in Industry Standards
As the Global Chair of Ruschlikon, Simon Squires promotes the use of ACORD standard messaging to enhance efficiency within the insurance industry. He has played a significant role in facilitating the implementation of these standards across a wide community of brokers, insurers, and reinsurers, both in London and internationally.