Yvonne Garrahan Acii
About Yvonne Garrahan Acii
Yvonne Garrahan is a construction underwriter at AXIS Capital, where she has worked since 2021. She holds an Advanced Diploma in Insurance from the Chartered Insurance Institute and has extensive experience in underwriting roles within the company.
Work at AXIS Capital
Yvonne Garrahan has been employed at AXIS Capital since 2014. She began her career there as a Student Underwriting Assistant for six months in Dublin. Following this role, she progressed to the position of Offshore Energy Underwriting Assistant in 2016, where she has worked for eight years in London. In 2018, she took on the role of Assistant Underwriter, contributing to the underwriting process for six years. In 2021, she advanced to the role of Construction Underwriter, where she has been responsible for assessing risks and underwriting policies related to construction projects.
Education and Expertise
Yvonne Garrahan holds an Advanced Diploma in Insurance (ACII) from the Chartered Insurance Institute, demonstrating her expertise in the insurance field. She studied Risk Management & Insurance at the University of Limerick, earning a Bachelor of Business Studies from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she completed the PETEX Introduction to Offshore Operations program in 2017. Her educational background equips her with a solid foundation in both general business principles and specialized insurance knowledge.
Background
Yvonne Garrahan completed her secondary education at Scoil Mhuire, where she studied subjects including English, Irish, Mathematics, Business Studies, Biology, French, and Music, achieving her Leaving Certificate from 2004 to 2010. This diverse educational background provided her with a well-rounded skill set that supports her career in underwriting and risk management.
Professional Development
Throughout her career, Yvonne Garrahan has engaged in various professional development opportunities to enhance her skills in underwriting and risk management. Her completion of the ACII qualification signifies her commitment to advancing her knowledge in the insurance industry. Additionally, her participation in the PETEX Introduction to Offshore Operations program reflects her dedication to understanding the complexities of offshore energy operations, further enriching her expertise in the field.