AXA’s specialty division, AXA XL, has announced the appointment of Vicky Roberts-Mills to the newly created position of Head of Energy Transition.
According to reports, in her new role, Roberts-Mills will spearhead the development of AXA XL’s global energy transition strategy, leveraging the combined capabilities of AXA XL and AXA Group to support clients in their journey towards achieving net-zero emissions.
With over 20 years of experience in the energy sector, including renewables and energy transition exposures, Roberts-Mills brings a wealth of knowledge to her new role. Previously, she served as the Offshore Renewables Leader at Aon, where she successfully led the London renewables business line. Prior to that, she spent 18 years at BP, holding senior positions within the global insurance and risk management teams.
XA XL provides insurance and risk management products and services for mid-sized companies through to large multinationals, and reinsurance solutions to insurance companies globally.
AXA XL dedicated to supporting clients in navigating energy transition
Sean McGovern, CEO of UK & Lloyd’s at AXA XL, expressed his confidence in Robert-Mills’ appointment, stating, “Vicky’s appointment is a significant milestone in our commitment to assisting clients in their transition to net-zero. With her extensive global insurance and risk management expertise, coupled with her understanding of clients’ needs, she is uniquely positioned to deliver the best of AXA to our insureds.”
He continued: “Her extensive global insurance and risk management experience, combined with her knowledge of being client-side places her in a unique position to understand our insureds’ perspective and bring the very best of AXA to those clients and partner with them through their transition. This is an important strategic initiative for us and I am delighted to welcome Vicky to the team.”
Roberts-Mills’ appointment reflects AXA XL’s dedication to supporting clients in navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by the energy transition. By leveraging their comprehensive suite of products, services, and insights, AXA XL aims to facilitate a seamless transition to a sustainable and low-carbon future for its clients.
As the urgency to address climate change intensifies, the role of energy transition leaders becomes increasingly vital in helping businesses align their operations with environmental goals. With Robert-Mills at the helm of AXA XL’s energy transition strategy, the company is well-positioned to play a pivotal role in enabling clients to achieve their net-zero ambitions.
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Source: AXA XL
