Appointment of James Anderson
Bermuda-based insurer and reinsurer SiriusPoint has announced the appointment of James Anderson as Global Chief Pricing Actuary, effective May 12, 2025. In this role, Anderson will lead the global actuarial pricing team, enhancing SiriusPoint’s pricing framework, business insights, and portfolio analytics. He will also work closely with IT to implement standardised pricing infrastructure across the company. Based in London, he will report to Anthony Shapella, Group Chief Underwriting Officer, and Justin Brenden, Chief Actuary.
James Anderson’s Background
Anderson brings over 20 years of actuarial experience to SiriusPoint, joining from EY, where he was a Partner advising London Market companies on pricing and portfolio management strategies. Prior to that, he spent 11 years at Allianz, most recently as Deputy Chief Pricing Actuary, CUO Global Pricing. His prior roles also include Marine, Energy & Accident & Health Actuary at Brit Insurance and P&C Reserving & Capital Modelling Actuary at Swiss Re.
Statements from SiriusPoint Leadership
Anthony Shapella, Group Chief Underwriting Officer at SiriusPoint, said, “James has a proven track record of building and leading actuarial teams, and specialty lines expertise on a global scale, and we are extremely pleased to welcome him to the team. We remain focused on hiring the best talent in the industry and believe James’ leadership will be pivotal in enabling SiriusPoint to develop best-in-class pricing and sustainable financial outcomes for our clients.”
James Anderson’s Remarks
Anderson commented, “I am delighted to be joining SiriusPoint at an exciting time in the Company’s development. SiriusPoint has demonstrated its commitment to underwriting profitability and excellence, and I am eager to use my experience to assist and lead the global pricing actuarial team to continue to improve the Company’s underwriting performance and build the global brand.”
