Theresa Patricios
About Theresa Patricios
Theresa Patricios serves as the Head of Investments at Convex Insurance, a position she has held since 2019. With a robust background in the reinsurance industry, she has extensive experience in investment management and actuarial science.
Work at Convex Insurance
Theresa Patricios has served as the Head of Investments at Convex Insurance since 2019. In this role, she oversees the investment strategies and portfolio management for the company. Her leadership has contributed to the development and execution of investment policies that align with the company's objectives. Patricios has been instrumental in enhancing the investment framework and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience in Investment Management
Prior to her current position, Patricios held several key roles in investment management. She worked at Catlin from 2010 to 2015, focusing on Investment Steering and Reporting. Following that, she served as Head of Investment Steering and Reporting at XL Catlin from 2015 to 2017. Her experience in these positions has equipped her with a strong foundation in investment strategy and reporting.
Background in Actuarial Science
Theresa Patricios has a solid background in actuarial science, having studied at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she earned a BSc honours in Actuarial Science and Statistics from 1995 to 1998. She also attended SAHETI from 1983 to 1994. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in the reinsurance industry.
Experience in the Reinsurance Industry
Patricios has significant experience in the reinsurance sector, having worked at Swiss Re in various actuarial roles from 1999 to 2009. Her positions included Actuary for non-life pricing and reserving, and Financial Actuary. Additionally, she served as Chief Financial Officer at Stonestep AG for 10 months in 2018-2019. Her career reflects a strong focus on financial planning and investment operations.
Technical Skills and Leadership
Theresa Patricios possesses strong technical skills in asset-liability and capital management. She has expertise in regulatory and rating agency models, which enhances her effectiveness in senior leadership roles. Patricios has a proven track record in setting up and managing global teams, demonstrating her capability in interacting with senior leadership and board of directors.