Pamela Dascolias
About Pamela Dascolias
Pamela Dascolias serves as the Head of Risk, Claims and Personal Lines, Risk Business Support at QBE Insurance in Australia, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in risk management and compliance across various roles in the insurance industry, she possesses a strong background in business process improvement and digital transformation.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Pamela Dascolias has been serving as the Head of Risk, Claims and Personal Lines, Risk Business Support at QBE Insurance since 2021. In this role, she oversees risk management and claims processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the organization. Her tenure at QBE includes previous experience as a Senior Risk Manager in the Claims and Enterprise Risk Management sectors from 2019 to 2021. This extensive background in risk management positions her as a key figure in the company’s operational strategies.
Previous Roles at IAG
Before joining QBE Insurance, Pamela Dascolias held multiple positions at IAG. She worked as a Senior Risk and Compliance Consultant in Direct Insurance from 2010 to 2014. Following this, she served as a Senior Compliance Specialist in Group Risk from 2015 to 2019. Additionally, she began her career at IAG as a Claims Consultant and later as a Senior Claims Consultant from 1998 to 2004. Her diverse roles at IAG contributed to her comprehensive understanding of risk and compliance in the insurance sector.
Education and Expertise
Pamela Dascolias studied at Macquarie University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Bachelor of Laws. She also completed a Diploma of Legal Practice at the College of Law. Her educational background supports her expertise in business risk analysis, privacy compliance, and incident management. She possesses skills in business process improvement and has experience in digital transformation programmes and agile methodologies.
Career Development in Insurance
Pamela Dascolias has developed her career in the insurance industry through various roles that emphasize risk management and compliance. She worked at CGU Insurance as a Category Management Specialist from 2004 to 2007, which added to her experience in product design and development. Her career trajectory reflects a strong focus on enhancing risk frameworks and compliance standards within the financial services sector.