AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has appointed Sam Flitman as the new London head of Ceded Re, effective in the first quarter of 2025. Flitman will report to Anne Kelly, AXIS’s global head of Ceded Re, and will be tasked with overseeing the company’s London portfolio while refining its Ceded Re strategy.
In his new role, Flitman will lead a dedicated team in London, with a focus on optimizing relationships with brokers, partners, and reinsurers to ensure the best outcomes for AXIS customers and stakeholders. His leadership will be instrumental in strengthening the company’s position in the reinsurance market, according to a news release.
Flitman joined AXIS in 2021, most recently serving as chief risk officer for AXIS Managing Agency. He has more than 16 years of experience in the insurance and reinsurance industry, with roles in the UK, Bermuda, and Asia.
AXIS Capital is a global provider of specialty insurance and reinsurance solutions. The company had shareholders’ equity of $5.7 billion as of June 30, 2024, and operates in Bermuda, the US, Europe, Singapore, and Canada. AXIS has been rated “A+” by Standard & Poor’s and “A” by AM Best for financial strength.
