AXA XL names new Global CUO for casualty

AXA XL  has appointed Donnacha Smyth as Global Chief Underwriting Officer, Casualty, effective November 3. Currently Head of Casualty for the Americas, Smyth will relocate to Ireland in 2026 as part of his new role.

With over 30 years of industry experience, Smyth has been with AXA XL since 2007 and has led the Americas Casualty business since 2018, overseeing teams across the U.S. and Bermuda. In his new position, he will coordinate with regional CUOs to drive underwriting consistency, profitable growth, and product innovation while continuing to oversee the Americas Casualty practice until a successor is named.