AXIS Re Welcomes Lisa Hiscock as Sr. Underwriter, Lloyd’s Casualty

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AXIS Re, a segment of AXIS Capital (NYSE: AXS), has appointed Lisa Hiscock as Senior Underwriter for Lloyd’s Casualty, effective immediately. She brings over 10 years of industry experience, having worked at Hiscox and AXA XL. In her role, Ms. Hiscock will underwrite Lloyd’s Casualty treaty business, enhance existing partnerships, and identify growth opportunities. Her experience across various classes and regions is expected to aid AXIS Re in achieving its business objectives. She will initially be based in Australia before relocating to the UK later in 2021.

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• Appointment of Lisa Hiscock as Senior Underwriter brings over 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Focus on strengthening existing partnerships and identifying growth opportunities in Lloyd's Casualty.
• Hiscock has a diverse background, which could contribute positively to AXIS Re's strategic objectives.

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AXIS Re, the reinsurance business segment of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited (“AXIS Capital” or the “Company”) (NYSE: AXS), today announced the hiring of Lisa Hiscock as a Senior Underwriter, Lloyd’s Casualty for the Global Markets team, effective immediately.

In her new role, Ms. Hiscock will underwrite Lloyd’s Casualty treaty business, with responsibilities to support both existing partnerships as well as assessing growth opportunities. She will also focus on forging strong business relationships that reflect AXIS Re’s commitment to client service.

“We’re delighted to welcome Lisa Hiscock to AXIS Re,” said Joe Sweeting, Head of Lloyd’s Casualty for AXIS Re. “Lisa’s unique blend of experience in the industry spans over 10 years. Her broad experience of class and geographies will be valuable as we continue to make strides in achieving our business objectives.”

Ms. Hiscock started her career at Hiscox in London as an Underwriter within the specialty team. She continued her career in Australia, where she focused on crisis management lines with a broad remit of classes and line management responsibilities. She joins AXIS Re most recently from AXA XL, where she spent five years.

Ms. Hiscock will continue to be based in Australia with plans to transfer to the United Kingdom later in 2021.

About AXIS Capital

AXIS Capital, through its operating subsidiaries, is a global provider of specialty lines insurance and treaty reinsurance with shareholders' equity at December 31, 2020, of $5.3 billion and locations in Bermuda, the United States, Europe, Singapore and Canada. Its operating subsidiaries have been assigned a rating of "A+" ("Strong") by Standard & Poor's and "A" ("Excellent") by A.M. Best. For more information about AXIS Capital, visit our website at www.axiscapital.com.

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FAQ

Who is Lisa Hiscock and what is her role at AXIS Capital?

Lisa Hiscock is appointed as Senior Underwriter for Lloyd’s Casualty at AXIS Re, effective immediately.

What experience does Lisa Hiscock bring to AXIS Re?

Lisa Hiscock has over 10 years of experience in the industry, having worked at Hiscox and AXA XL.

What is the focus of Ms. Hiscock's role at AXIS Re?

She will underwrite Lloyd’s Casualty treaty business and work on strengthening partnerships and identifying growth opportunities.

Where will Lisa Hiscock be based initially after her appointment?

She will be based in Australia and plans to transfer to the United Kingdom later in 2021.

What company is AXIS Re a part of?

AXIS Re is a segment of AXIS Capital Holdings Limited, trading under the ticker symbol AXS.