QBE hires head of property in Europe from AXA XL

Re/insurer  QBE has hired a new head of property for its European operation from  AXA XL.

Ian France (pictured) will be responsible for developing QBE's property underwriting strategy in the region. He will report to Stephanie Cryer who was recently promoted from the role to head of product leaders, QBE European Operations.

France joins from AXA XL where he was international property manager, and has previously held senior property roles at XL Catlin and AIG.

Cryer commented: “I am delighted to welcome Ian to the role. As Head of Property, he will be working closely with our underwriting teams to manage our property portfolio and risk appetite as well as the alignment of technical underwriting priorities and tools to ensure we deliver the best solutions for our customers.”

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