Stéphane Vauterin
About Stéphane Vauterin
Stéphane Vauterin is an Underwriting Manager for Professional & Specialty Lines at AXA XL, with over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. He has held various leadership roles at Zurich Insurance plc and GlaxoSmithKline, demonstrating expertise in managing complex insurance lines and strategic decision-making.
Work at AXA XL
Stéphane Vauterin currently serves as the Underwriting Manager for Professional & Specialty Lines at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has been part of the leadership team since 2021, contributing to strategic initiatives and decision-making processes. Prior to this role, he worked as the Underwriting Manager for Cyber, Financial, and Professional Lines at AXA XL from 2020 to 2021. His responsibilities include managing complex insurance lines and ensuring effective underwriting practices.
Previous Experience at Zurich Insurance
Stéphane Vauterin has extensive experience at Zurich Insurance plc, where he held various positions over a span of several years. He served as the Directeur Département Grande Responsabilité Civile and was a member of the Executive Committee from 2012 to 2014. His earlier roles included Responsable Lignes Financières from 2009 to 2012 and Souscripteur – Responsabilité des Dirigeants from 2005 to 2008. He also held the position of Directeur des Opérations from 2015 to 2019, overseeing operational strategies.
Education and Expertise
Stéphane Vauterin studied at ESSEC Business School, where he earned an MBA and completed a Chaire in Communication and Management. He also holds a Maîtrise d’histoire from Aix-Marseille Université. With over 20 years of experience, he has developed expertise in managing complex insurance lines, including Art Species & Bloodstock, Crisis Management, Terrorism, Kidnap & Ransom, and Political Risks.
Background in Business Development
Before his tenure in the insurance industry, Stéphane Vauterin worked at GlaxoSmithKline. He held roles such as Chef de Marché Nouveaux Domaines et Business Development from 1999 to 2001 and Chef de Marché Virologie – Grippe for a brief period in 2001. His background in business development has contributed to his strategic approach in the insurance sector.
Strategic Leadership and Decision-Making
Stéphane Vauterin plays a key role in strategic decision-making across various departments, including HR, Finance, Marketing, Sales, and Information Systems. His ability to define strategic policies and lead in complex environments is evident through his extensive experience and leadership roles in multiple organizations.