Kate Fairfield
About Kate Fairfield
Kate Fairfield is a Catastrophe Modelling Analyst currently employed at AXIS Capital in London, where she has worked since 2021. She previously held the position of Assistant Analyst at JBA Consulting and has a strong academic background in Geography from Durham University.
Work at AXIS Capital
Kate Fairfield currently serves as a Catastrophe Modelling Analyst at AXIS Capital, a role she has held since 2021. Based in London, England, she focuses on analyzing and modeling catastrophe risks. Her work involves assessing potential impacts of natural disasters on insurance portfolios, contributing to the company's risk management strategies.
Previous Experience at JBA Consulting
Before joining AXIS Capital, Kate worked at JBA Consulting as an Assistant Analyst from 2019 to 2021. During her two-year tenure in Haywards Heath, England, she supported various projects related to flood risk assessment and environmental modeling, gaining valuable experience in the field of catastrophe modeling.
Education and Expertise
Kate Fairfield earned a First Class Degree in Geography BSc from Durham University, where she studied from 2015 to 2018. Her academic background is complemented by her A levels in Geography, Economics, and Maths, all graded A*, which she completed at Withington Girls' School from 2008 to 2015. This educational foundation has equipped her with strong analytical and quantitative skills relevant to her current role.
Internship Experience at Environment Agency
In 2017, Kate completed a one-month summer internship at the Environment Agency in Ipswich, England. This experience provided her with insights into environmental management and policy, further enhancing her understanding of the factors influencing catastrophe modeling.