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Ben Nevard

Cuckfield,West Sussex

Summary

I am currently pursuing a Business Studies degree at university, driven by a strong interest in business and finance. I am particularly fascinated by the complexities of financial markets and the role of risk management in supporting corporate decision-making. I am eager to gain hands-on experience across key financial sectors, including investment management, banking, (re)insurance, and corporate finance, to develop a well-rounded understanding of how these industries assess and mitigate financial risks.

I have prior experience in the insurance sector, having completed two weeks at Canopius in the summer of 2023, as well as additional exposure at Sompo Insurance. These experiences have enhanced my analytical skills and deepened my understanding of underwriting, claims management, and risk assessment. Beyond my academic and professional interests, I am a passionate sports enthusiast, particularly in football, golf, and cricket, which I played at school and now at university.

I have gained experience in the insurance sector through work placements at Sompo, International, IQUW and Canopius syndicates at Lloyd's. These opportunities enhanced my analytical skills and provided valuable exposure to underwriting, portfolio and claims management, and risk assessment. Beyond my academic and professional interests, I am a keen sports enthusiast, particularly football, golf and cricket, which I played at school and continue to enjoy at university.

Work history

Work Experiance

IQ Underwriting
London
06.2025
  • Gained insights into operations across various departments, including technical support and analytics.
  • Established connections with diverse range of professionals for future collaboration.
  • Explored functions related to upfront (re)insurance underwriting to enhance understanding.

Work experience

Canopius Syndicate
London
07.2023
  • Two weeks working at Canopius gained many insights across range of business lines in both insurance and treaty reinsurance underwriting.

Work Experience

Sompo International
London
07.2025
  • Collaborated across various business classes at Sompo, enhancing understanding of operations.
  • Engaged with claims and actuarial modelling teams to acquire in-depth knowledge.
  • Interacted with outward reinsurance team, gaining insights into purchasing strategies.

Education

Master of Science - Business Management and Innovation

Bristol University
Bristol
09/2022 - 06/2026

A-Levels - Business

Bede's Senior School
Hailsham, East Sussex
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Geography

Bedes Senior School
Hailsham, East Sussex
09/2020 - 06/2022

GCSEs -

Bede's Senior School
Hailsham
09/2017 - 06/2020

Skills

  • Planning and Organisation
  • Software Skills, including Microsoft Excel
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Data Analytics


References

Professional reference can be provided on request.

Timeline

Work Experience

Sompo International
07.2025

Work Experiance

IQ Underwriting
06.2025

Work experience

Canopius Syndicate
07.2023

Master of Science - Business Management and Innovation

Bristol University
09/2022 - 06/2026

A-Levels - Business

Bede's Senior School
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Geography

Bedes Senior School
09/2020 - 06/2022

GCSEs -

Bede's Senior School
09/2017 - 06/2020
Ben Nevard