Matthew Askew
About Matthew Askew
Matthew Askew is a Class Underwriter specializing in International Property at Convex Insurance, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in reinsurance underwriting, having held positions at several prominent insurance companies, including Gen Re and XL Catlin.
Current Role at Convex
Matthew Askew serves as a Class Underwriter for International Property at Convex Insurance. He is responsible for enhancing the North American open market and Delegated Underwriting Authority (DUA) offerings within the Convex Property division. His role involves assessing and underwriting complex risks in the international property sector.
Professional Experience in Underwriting
Matthew Askew has extensive experience in the insurance industry, particularly in property reinsurance underwriting. He worked at Gen Re as a Global Property Reinsurance Underwriter from 2010 to 2014 in London. He then joined XL Catlin as an International Property Class Underwriter from 2014 to 2020, also in London. Prior to these roles, he served as a Development Underwriter in the Private Client Group at Chartis Insurance from 2005 to 2010.
Previous Positions in the Insurance Sector
Before his tenure at Convex, Matthew held various positions in the insurance sector. He worked as an Underwriting Manager at AXA XL from 2018 to 2020 and as a Technical Development Underwriter at Towergate Partnership Ltd from 2003 to 2005. His diverse roles have contributed to his expertise in underwriting and risk assessment.
Educational Background
Matthew Askew studied at the University of East Anglia, where he achieved a degree in Economics. He also attended St. Martin's School, further enriching his educational foundation. His academic background supports his analytical skills in the underwriting field.
Specialization in Reinsurance Underwriting
Matthew specializes in Direct and Facultative Reinsurance underwriting, focusing on complex risks. His expertise allows him to navigate the intricacies of international property insurance, making informed decisions that align with market demands.