QBE Re taps AXIS for specialty underwriter

The Bermuda division of QBE Re has appointed Carmen DeSilva (pictured) as VP – specialty underwriter, who will also help to expand its global specialty offering.

DeSilva has more than 15 years of experience working across property and specialty underwriting in Bermuda and was previously at AXIS Specialty for 11 years. Her last role at AXIS was as strategic management coordinator and head of property run-off. 

Building out the Bermuda specialty reinsurance capabilities, DeSilva will also help to develop QBE Re’s global specialty offering in addition to the QBE Re franchise with cedants and brokers.

She will be based in the Bermuda office and the position is effective from today.

Tracey Gibbons, Head of QBE Re Bermuda said: “We are pleased to welcome Carmen to the Bermuda and Global team. 

"She joins us with a diverse skillset across specialty and property fields, including underwriting, portfolio construction and client relationship management. She will play a crucial role as we look to expand our footprint on the island and evolve our offering to our global client base.”