Joe O'connell
About Joe O'connell
Joe O'Connell is a Reinsurance Technician with extensive experience in the insurance industry, currently working at CNA Hardy in the United Kingdom since 2021. He has held various roles at companies such as Guy Carpenter and Neon, and he holds a BA HONS in Business Studies from the University of Essex.
Work at CNA Hardy
Joe O'Connell has been employed at CNA Hardy as a Reinsurance Technician since 2021. His role involves managing reinsurance processes and supporting the company's operations in the United Kingdom. With three years of experience in this position, he contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the reinsurance team.
Previous Experience at Guy Carpenter
Joe O'Connell has a significant history with Guy Carpenter, where he worked in various capacities. He served as a Reinsurance Technician from 2016 to 2019 for three years and briefly as a Senior Reinsurance Technician in 2019 for three months. Additionally, he held the position of Market Fiduciary Technician for nine months in 2016. His diverse roles at Guy Carpenter provided him with extensive experience in the reinsurance sector.
Experience at Neon
From 2019 to 2021, Joe O'Connell worked at Neon as a Reinsurance Technician for two years. In this role, he was responsible for various reinsurance tasks, further enhancing his expertise in the field before transitioning to his current position at CNA Hardy.
Education and Expertise
Joe O'Connell studied at the University of Essex, where he earned a BA HONS in Business Studies, achieving a 2:1 classification. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his professional roles within the reinsurance industry.
Early Career at Asda and International Financial Data Services
Before entering the reinsurance sector, Joe O'Connell worked at Asda as a Retail Assistant from 2009 to 2016 for seven years. He also gained experience as a Client Services Voice Associate at International Financial Data Services for three months in 2015 to 2016. These early roles contributed to his customer service skills and understanding of operational processes.