Steven Bands
About Steven Bands
Steven Bands is an Underwriting Manager for UK Cargo at AXA XL, with extensive experience in marine cargo underwriting across various companies in London. His career includes roles at AXA Corporate Solutions, CNA Europe, and Chaucer Syndicates Ltd, spanning over a decade in the insurance industry.
Current Role at AXA XL
Steven Bands serves as the Underwriting Manager for UK Cargo at AXA XL, a division of AXA. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the management and development of marine cargo underwriting strategies. His role involves overseeing underwriting processes and ensuring that the company's offerings align with market demands and regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Marine Cargo Underwriting
Prior to his current role, Steven Bands accumulated extensive experience in marine cargo underwriting across various companies. He worked at AXA Corporate Solutions in multiple capacities, including Head of Marine Cargo Underwriting UK and Deputy Head of Marine Cargo Underwriting UK. His tenure at CNA Europe included roles as Marine Cargo Underwriter and Marine Cargo Development Underwriter, where he focused on enhancing underwriting practices.
Early Career in Insurance
Steven Bands began his career in the insurance industry with roles at Bluefin Insurance Services Ltd and Chaucer Syndicates Ltd. He worked as a Technician and Marine Risk Administrator, respectively, where he gained foundational knowledge in marine risk assessment and underwriting processes. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his future roles in marine cargo underwriting.
Education Background
Steven Bands completed his secondary education at New Forest High School in Durban, South Africa, from 1998 to 2002. He achieved qualifications in subjects including English, Afrikaans, Maths, Physics, Accounting, and Maritime Studies. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation for his career in the insurance and marine sectors.