Niamh Stepto
About Niamh Stepto
Niamh Stepto is an Underwriting Intern at AXIS Capital in London, England, with a joint honours degree in Economics and Spanish from the University of Leeds. She has gained experience in compliance and catering, and developed strong analytical and communication skills during her studies and work experiences.
Work at AXIS Capital
Niamh Stepto currently serves as an Underwriting Intern at AXIS Capital in London, England. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the underwriting team for a duration of three years. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Compliance Intern at AXIS Capital for two months in 2020. Her experiences at AXIS Capital have allowed her to develop a deeper understanding of the insurance industry and its compliance requirements.
Education and Expertise
Niamh Stepto completed a joint honours degree in Economics and Spanish at the University of Leeds, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. She also spent a year at the University of Valencia, where she pursued G. Estudios Hispánicos and earned a Bachelor's degree from 2019 to 2020. Her academic background has equipped her with problem-solving, mathematical, and analytical skills, which are essential in her current role in underwriting.
Background
Niamh Stepto attended Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form from 2010 to 2017, completing her secondary education. She gained practical experience in the industry through a month-long work placement at JLT Specialty in London in 2019. Additionally, she worked as a waitress at Limoncello Catering Ltd from 2016 to 2019, where she developed customer service skills.
Cultural Awareness and Communication Skills
During her year abroad in Spain, Niamh Stepto gained significant cultural awareness and enhanced her communication skills. This experience has contributed to her proficiency in Spanish and her ability to navigate diverse environments, which is beneficial in her professional interactions within the global insurance market.