Edward Gillespie
About Edward Gillespie
Edward Gillespie is a Senior Underwriter specializing in Renewable Energy at AXIS Capital, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in the energy underwriting sector, having held various positions at ArgoGlobal and AXIS Capital since 2012.
Current Role at AXIS Capital
Edward Gillespie serves as a Senior Underwriter in the Renewable Energy sector at AXIS Capital. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the underwriting processes and risk assessment for renewable energy projects. His expertise in this area supports the company's commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
Previous Experience in Underwriting
Prior to his current role, Gillespie worked at AXIS Capital as a Renewable Energy Underwriter from 2020 to 2022. He also served as a Renewable Energy Assistant Underwriter at AXIS from 2018 to 2020. His earlier experience includes working at ArgoGlobal, where he was an Energy Underwriter from 2017 to 2018 and an Assistant Underwriter - Upstream Energy from 2015 to 2017.
Educational Background
Edward Gillespie holds a Master's Degree in International Relations from the University of Exeter, which he completed in 2012. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in History and Politics from the same institution, graduating in 2011. His academic background provides a foundation for his analytical skills in the underwriting field.
Early Career Development
Gillespie began his career at ArgoGlobal as a Graduate Trainee from 2012 to 2014. This role allowed him to develop essential skills in the insurance industry before progressing to more specialized underwriting positions. His early experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in energy underwriting.