AXIS Re, the reinsurance business segment of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, has hired Joe Sweeting as head of Lloyd's casualty reinsurance.
In this role, Mr. Sweeting will be responsible for managing all aspects of AXIS Re's casualty business at Lloyd's, including portfolio strategy, new and renewal production activity, and distribution development from reinsurance intermediaries.
“Joe is an exceptional reinsurance underwriting leader and someone who possesses a keen understanding of the intricacies and trends that shape the Lloyd's casualty reinsurance market,” said Ann Haugh, president of global markets at AXIS Re. “As we continue to grow our reinsurance presence in the London market, as part of AXIS Syndicate 1686, Joe will bring both technical knowledge and strategic leadership to help deliver profitable growth.”
Mr. Sweeting joined AXIS from Vibe Syndicate 5678, where he spent more than three years as a casualty treaty class underwriter. Prior to that, he was head of casualty reinsurance for Hiscox Syndicate 33 and a casualty underwriter for Amlin Syndicate 2001.
Mr. Sweeting is a chartered insurer and an associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute.
Learn more: www.axiscapital.com.
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