AXA XL Reinsurance has announced the appointment of Tara Smith-Eckert as Head of Reinsurance Claims, North America, effective May 1, 2026.
In her new role, Smith-Eckert will be responsible for leading claims operations in North America and Bermuda and continuing to focus on delivering efficient, high-quality claims services.
With nearly two decades of professional experience, she is a claims management professional with deep expertise in casualty reinsurance.
Smith-Eckert joined AXA XL in July 2022 as a Senior Claims Analyst and currently serves as North America Casualty Claims Manager, managing a team of claims professionals and overseeing complex reinsurance risks.
Prior to joining AXA XL, she was a partner at Litchfield Cavo LLP and also held senior claims positions at XL Catlin, Navigators and Professional Indemnity Agency.
Dawn Dinkins, Chief Operating Officer, Reinsurance, commented: “Tara’s background in claims roles within AXA XL and the wider market, coupled with her legal experience, will ensure our claims team continues to demonstrate deep technical expertise and work closely with our clients.”