Adrian Ruiz Gracia
About Adrian Ruiz Gracia
Adrian Ruiz Gracia serves as the Operations Lead Iberia at AXA XL, a position he has held since 2019. With extensive experience in internal audit and operations management across various organizations, he has developed a strong background in business development and risk management within the insurance sector.
Current Role at AXA XL
Adrian Ruiz Gracia serves as the Operations Lead Iberia at AXA XL, a division of AXA, since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations in the Iberian region, specifically in Madrid, Spain. His leadership focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and driving growth within the insurance sector.
Previous Experience at Barclays
Adrian Ruiz Gracia held multiple positions at Barclays from 2008 to 2015. He started as an IT Manager in Internal Audit and progressed to Vice President of Internal Audit. He also served as Director of Internal Audit for Portugal and Spain. His roles involved managing internal audit processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers
Adrian Ruiz Gracia worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an IT Auditor from 2005 to 2007 and later as a Senior IT Auditor from 2007 to 2008. His tenure included conducting audits across Western Europe, focusing on IT systems and processes to enhance operational integrity.
Education and Expertise
Adrian Ruiz Gracia studied Computer Science at ICAI, Universidad Pontificia Comillas, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) from 2000 to 2005. He possesses expertise in Enterprise Risk Management and Internal Audit, which are essential for managing operations in the insurance industry. His skills also include Financial Risk and Budgeting.
Leadership at HDI Global SE
Adrian Ruiz Gracia served as Chief Operating Officer for the Spanish Branch of HDI Global SE from 2015 to 2019. In this capacity, he was responsible for operational leadership and strategic initiatives that contributed to the company's growth in the Spanish market.