James Falconer
About James Falconer
James Falconer serves as the Senior Finance Business Partner for Claims at QBE Insurance in Sydney, Australia, a position he has held since 2015. He has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Aviva and HSB Engineering Insurance.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
James Falconer has been employed at QBE Insurance Group since 2015, serving as the Senior Finance Business Partner for Claims. In this role, he has been responsible for financial oversight and strategic planning related to claims management. Prior to this position, he worked at QBE Insurance as the Senior Finance Business Partner for National Branches and Global Reinsurance from 2013 to 2014. His tenure at QBE has spanned over nine years, during which he has contributed to the financial operations of the organization in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Education and Expertise
James Falconer studied at the University of Warwick, where he completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Business Studies from 1998 to 2001. He furthered his education by studying at ICAEW from 2001 to 2004. His academic background provides a strong foundation in finance and engineering principles, which he applies in his professional roles.
Professional Background
James Falconer has a diverse professional background in finance and accounting. He began his career as an Audit Senior at Buzzacott from 2001 to 2005. He then held various positions at Aviva, including Senior Accountant for External Reporting, Finance Manager for Management Information, and Solvency II Implementation Manager. His experience also includes working as a Senior Accountant at HSB Engineering Insurance and as an Executive in Insurance Audit at EY. This extensive experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management within the insurance sector.
Career Progression at Aviva
At Aviva, James Falconer held multiple roles that contributed to his professional development. He served as a Senior Accountant from 2007 to 2008, followed by a Finance Manager position from 2010 to 2012. He also worked as a Senior Account for Forecasting and Planning from 2008 to 2010 and was involved in Solvency II implementation in 2012. His career at Aviva spanned several years and included significant responsibilities in financial planning and reporting.