Nicky Ablett
About Nicky Ablett
Nicky Ablett serves as the Global Head of Trade Credit & Surety at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in operational excellence, risk management, and talent development, and has successfully navigated the challenges posed by the Covid crisis.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Nicky Ablett has served as the Global Head of Trade Credit & Surety at QBE Insurance since 2017. In this role, Ablett has overseen the Trade Credit & Surety business, ensuring its resilience and operational effectiveness. During the Covid crisis, she successfully managed the division by collaborating closely with Executive Management to navigate challenges. Her leadership has been instrumental in fostering a global team spirit within the division.
Education and Expertise
Ablett has a strong educational background in insurance and leadership. She studied at the QBE Leadership Academy Programme, where she achieved the designation of Enterprise Leader. Additionally, she completed her studies at the Chartered Insurance Institute, earning the title of Chartered Insurer. Her academic journey also includes a degree in French from Goldsmiths College, University of London, which she pursued from 1988 to 1992.
Background
Nicky Ablett has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in the insurance sector. She has been with QBE Insurance for several years, contributing to various initiatives aimed at improving operational excellence. Her focus on implementing automation and offshoring initiatives has enhanced efficiency within the organization. Ablett's strategic approach includes the development of a Target Operating Model to standardize Risk Management practices globally.
Achievements
Throughout her tenure at QBE Insurance, Nicky Ablett has led several key initiatives. She devised and placed a new reinsurance structure in the external market for 2021, demonstrating her strategic capabilities. Her efforts in talent management have been significant in building a cohesive and globally integrated team within the Trade Credit & Surety division, further contributing to the division's success.