Carol Collins
About Carol Collins
Carol Collins serves as the Group Chief Risk Officer at AXIS Capital, a position she has held since 2018. With extensive experience in risk governance and underwriting across various companies, she has built a robust career in the insurance and finance sectors.
Current Role at AXIS Capital
Carol Collins serves as the Group Chief Risk Officer at AXIS Capital, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the company's risk management framework and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Her responsibilities include identifying potential risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, thereby safeguarding the company's assets and reputation.
Previous Experience at AXIS Capital
Before her current role, Collins worked at AXIS Capital in various capacities. She was the Group Head of Risk Governance from 2017 to 2018 and served as the Chief Risk Officer for AXIS Specialty Europe SE and AXIS Re SE from 2017 to 2020. Her tenure at AXIS Capital has contributed to the development of robust risk governance practices within the organization.
Career Background in Insurance and Risk Management
Collins has extensive experience in the insurance industry, having held key positions at several prominent companies. She worked at XL Catlin as Board Director and Chief Risk Officer for XL Insurance Co SE and XL London Market Ltd Syndicate 1209 from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she was the Head of Risk Governance for UK, Europe, and Asia at XL Catlin from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Academic Background
Carol Collins studied at Trinity College Dublin, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Studies. Her academic focus included Economics, Accountancy, and Statistics. She completed her degree from 1986 to 1990, which provided her with a strong foundation for her career in risk management and finance.
Professional Experience Prior to AXIS Capital
Before joining AXIS Capital, Collins worked at KPMG UK as a Principal Advisor from 2006 to 2011. She also held various roles at RSA, including Senior Commercial Underwriter and Underwriting Support Manager, from 1990 to 2006. Her diverse experience across different organizations has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of risk management in the insurance sector.