James Mace
About James Mace
James Mace is a Senior Risk Systems Lead at AXIS Capital, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in risk analytics, project management, and stakeholder engagement, having held various leadership roles in notable companies throughout his career.
Work at AXIS Capital
James Mace has been employed at AXIS Capital as the Senior Risk Systems Lead since 2015. In this role, he focuses on the infrastructure, product development, and business development of a proprietary risk analytics platform. His tenure at AXIS Capital has lasted for nine years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's risk management capabilities.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, James Mace held several roles in the risk consulting and technology sectors. He worked at Aon Global Risk Consulting as the Head of ReMetrica Consulting and Applications from 2005 to 2014. Before that, he served as a Consultant at The Thomson Corporation from 1997 to 1999 and at BT from 1995 to 1997. He also worked at Black Sun as the Director of Online Solutions from 1999 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
James Mace holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and Physics from The University of Manchester, which he completed from 1991 to 1994. He furthered his education with a Master's Degree in Advanced Scientific Computation from the University of Liverpool, achieved from 1995 to 1996. His academic background supports his specialization in risk-based application development, capital modeling systems, and portfolio aggregation control.
Skills and Specializations
James Mace is highly skilled in stakeholder management and team leadership. He has extensive experience in both traditional and agile product, project, and program management. His expertise includes contract negotiation, business analysis, and requirement capture and definition. He possesses a deep understanding of reinsurance and risk software, which enhances his effectiveness in his current role.
Philosophy on Project Delivery
James Mace believes that effective delivery management is centered around people. He emphasizes the importance of vision, purpose, and passion in achieving successful project delivery. This philosophy reflects his approach to leadership and collaboration within teams, contributing to a positive work environment and project outcomes.