Margaret Mede
About Margaret Mede
Margaret Mede serves as the Head of Claims Canada at AXIS Capital, a position she has held since 2019. She has an extensive background in law and claims management, having worked for various companies including Chubb and Temple Insurance Company.
Current Role at AXIS Capital
Margaret Mede serves as the Head of Claims Canada at AXIS Capital, a position she has held since 2019. Based in Toronto, Ontario, she oversees claims operations within the Canadian market. Her role involves managing claims processes, ensuring compliance, and leading a team dedicated to providing effective claims solutions.
Previous Experience at Chubb
Margaret Mede worked at Chubb in various capacities from 2012 to 2017. Initially, she served as a Financial Lines Claims Officer for five years, where she handled complex claims related to financial lines insurance. In 2016, she transitioned to the role of Counsel for a seven-month period, providing legal guidance on claims matters.
Educational Background
Margaret Mede has a diverse educational background. She studied Philosophy at Queen's University, earning a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BAH) from 2001 to 2004. She then pursued a Bachelor of Civil Law and Bachelor of Laws (BCL/LLB) at McGill University from 2004 to 2007. Furthering her education, she obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Business Law from University College London (UCL) in 2010.
Legal Career Path
Margaret Mede's legal career includes significant roles prior to her current position. She worked as a Lawyer at Freiheit Legal for six months in 2012. Additionally, she served as an Articling Student at McCarthy Tetrault from 2007 to 2011, gaining valuable experience in the legal field. She also held the position of Claims Counsel at Temple Insurance Company from 2017 to 2019.
Early Education
Margaret Mede's early education includes studies at Dawson College, where she completed a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Liberal Arts from 1999 to 2001. This foundational education contributed to her analytical skills and critical thinking, which have been beneficial throughout her legal and claims management career.