AXA XL has established a dedicated Alternative Risk Solutions (ARS) team, appointing Sylvain Bouteillé as its leader.
In addition to leading the newly formed ARS team within AXA XL’s large commercial business unit, Bouteillé will continue to serve as chief underwriting officer for Americas Specialty Insurance.
He joined AXA XL in August 2025 with over 30 years of experience in the re/insurance industry, with a particular focus on credit risk, cross-border projects and strategic leadership.
Bouthier commented on his new role: “I am delighted to be leading this new team and the incredible opportunities it brings.
“In today’s volatile and cost-driven environment, consolidating AXA XL’s alternative risk transfer capabilities, including bespoke structured solutions and support for captive arrangements, will enable us to offer more comprehensive, flexible and innovative risk management options.
“This focused approach will help us strengthen our relationships with brokers and clients, ultimately delivering greater value and helping them better address emerging risks such as complex property and casualty risks and cyber, environmental and climate-related risks.”
According to XAX XL, the new ARS team will initially focus on captive solutions, including structured risk solutions, with plans to expand capabilities in the future.
Donna Nadeau, head of large commercial at AXA XL, said: “This is an exciting opportunity for us to enhance our offering in this area and continue to provide our customers with tailor-made strategic solutions.
“As the cost of risk continues to rise, more and more businesses are looking to alternative risk solutions to flexibly and effectively manage their risk exposures.
“For our customers, this means access to more customized, cost-effective options that can help them manage the rising cost of risk and build greater resilience against future uncertainties.”