Axa XL has appointed Vicky Roberts-Mills as head of energy transition.

The company said this new role will bring together the full capabilities of Axa XL and Axa Group to enable the business to be an effective partner with clients as they transition to net zero.

Working globally, Ms Roberts-Mills’ role will see her develop Axa XL’s global energy transition strategy, once she joins later this year.

She brings to the role more than 20 years’ experience, holding senior positions in the energy sector, including renewables and energy transition exposures.

Ms Roberts-Mills was previously offshore renewables leader at Aon, leading the London renewables business line.

She served for 18 years at BP, where she held various senior positions, including leading the global insurance team and managing risk management and governance strategies.