Job Moves and Senior Hires 29.07.2024 -

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Time once again for the weekly job moves round-up, so let’s get into it;

HAMPDEN RISK

Hampden Risk Partners’ Syndicate 2689 at Lloyd’s (HRP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Giancarlo D’Alessandro to the role of head of portfolio underwriting. D’Alessandro’s appointment further strengthens the underwriting and analytical capabilities at HRP as it continues its successful reset of its ‘intelligent follow model’.

Syndicate 2689’s 2023 year of account, the first year which saw HRP partner on a consortium and quota share reinsurance basis only with outperforming syndicates at Lloyd’s on selected lines of business, is projecting an 84.1% net combined ratio compared with planned metrics of 94.5%. This projected result has provided an early indication as to how HRP’s intelligent follow model can generate meaningful returns to capital providers.

D’Alessandro’s 13-year career spans lead underwriting roles at AIG and QBE where he was most recently responsible for a £150m gross written premium portfolio of general liability clients across large corporate, mid-market and coverholder relationships.

CORLYTICS

Corlytics, the global leader in regulatory intelligence and policy compliance technology, is announcing three senior appointments to drive its precision AI and scaling of its global multidisciplined technology teams, following a period of intensive growth and successful integration of its acquisitions. Corlytics continues to invest heavily in innovation, with Group investments in R&D to date exceeding €50 million. These hires will enable Corlytics to continue to cement global category leadership, accelerating organic growth and M&A, building on their strong client base which includes 40% of the top 30 Systematically Important Financial Institutions (SIFI).

Steve Barnes joins as group Chief Technology Officer

Steve Barnes, will be responsible for driving advanced technology solutions while maintaining robust security standards. Steve most recently served as CTO at AQMetrics and held several senior technology management roles at BAE Systems. He brings over two decades of experience in technology leadership, with a strong focus on software development, cybersecurity, and operational excellence.

Dr. Oisin Boydell appointed Chief Data Officer

Dr. Boydell, previously the research director of Ireland’s National Centre for Applied AI (CeADAR) is an internationally recognised expert with over 24 pioneering AI publications. Dr Boydell will spearhead the Corlytics’ AI strategy and implementation across all workstreams.

Ray O’Donnell appointed group Chief Tech Architect

Ray O’Donnell, a long-standing member of Corlytics, transitions from his role as Head of Technology to Group Chief Tech Architect. In his new role, Ray will oversee the current and future technical architecture across all Group Platforms.

HOWDEN

Howden, the global insurance intermediary group, has appointed Tony Barber as Account Director as it continues to grow its presence in South Wales. Tony will be based in Cardiff, covering Wales and its surrounding regions, and joins the team having previously worked as Account Director at Willis Towers Watson.

In his new role, Tony will help drive Howden’s positive growth in Wales by supporting larger and more complex clients, developing and implementing comprehensive risk management and insurance strategies.

MOTABILITY

Motability Operations is delighted to announce Andy Broadfield will be joining the business from Direct Line Group (DLG) in November, as Managing Director of Electric & Insurance.

Motability Operations, the UK’s largest car fleet and the company which delivers the life changing Motability Scheme, has announced the appointment of Andy Broadfield as Managing Director of Electric & Insurance. In this newly created role, Broadfield wHelill spearhead the company’s electrification strategy and drive enhancements to the customer insurance experience.

With the auto industry shifting to electric, Broadfield brings extensive experience in innovation and start-up development within corporate environments, coupled with a deep understanding of electric vehicles (EVs) and a passion for customer-centric solutions. He joins Motability Operations from Direct Line Group (DLG), where he played a key role in the Insurance Transition Programme from RSA, gaining valuable insights into the company’s operations.

CYTORA

Cytora has announced the expansion of its global advisory board in welcoming insurance industry veteran Laurent Rousseau. The move is designed to support Cytora’s global growth.

CEO of Guy Carpenter EMEA and Global Capital Solutions (part of Marsh Mclennan), Laurent has had a broad and successful career in the insurance industry. Most recently Laurent was CEO of SCOR following leadership roles across property and casualty (P&C) re/insurance. Previously Laurent was in JP Morgan’s Mergers & Acquisitions Group.

SKULD

Skuld, a world-leading marine insurer, announces the appointment of Matthew Bayman as senior vice president of business development, effective early 2025. He will be based in Skuld’s London office and report to Gregory Thomas, Skuld’s chief business development officer.

Bayman brings more than 20 years of experience in the marine insurance industry, having worked for a London-based P&I provider in various senior roles. He has a strong reputation and network in Asia, especially in Japan and South Korea, where he has developed and maintained long-term relationships with clients and brokers.

TL DALLAS

The independent insurance broking and risk management specialist has appointed two experienced commercial insurance brokers following new client wins in the commercial and agricultural sectors.

TL Dallas opened its office on Lakeland Business Park in Cockermouth, in the heart of Cumbria in May 2023 with a team of two. Since then, Emma Irving and Lynne Taylor have been joined by three of their former colleagues, Philip Jackson, Heather Wood and Karen Coombe, as well as appointing an apprentice – Talia Frazer.

Now Tracy Hickman and Anna Jones have joined TL Dallas, and the firm plans to recruit another commercial broker, as well as an account executive.

MARSH

Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor and a business of Marsh McLennan, recently announced the appointment of Stephen McKay as UK Advisory Leader. Subject to regulatory approval, Mr. McKay will be based in London and report to Chris Lay, CEO, Marsh McLennan UK and Giampaolo Scarso, Advisory Leader, International, Marsh. He will also join Marsh’s UK Executive Committee.

In this role, Mr. McKay will lead Marsh’s UK strategic and operational risk consulting teams and support the advancement of Marsh’s analytics and claims solutions capabilities. He will work closely with clients in key areas including reducing the cost of risk, increasing resilience, and providing risk finance decision-making insights.

MICROINSURANCE NETWORK

The Microinsurance Network (MiN), a non-profit association, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Genazzini as its new Executive Director, effective 1 October 2024.

Genazzini, a 15-year veteran in the field of inclusive finance, brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to promoting financial resilience among vulnerable communities. His tenure as a member of the MiN Board of Directors since 2019 further solidifies his capabilities.

NFU MUTUAL

Leading rural insurer NFU Mutual has announced Sarah Simpson will be joining its Board as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from September 2, 2024. Sarah has a distinguished career in rural policy, amassing over 20 years of invaluable experience. She graduated in Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economics from the University of Edinburgh in 1996, before spending more than a decade in senior positions at NFU Scotland.

She is a member of the Agriculture Reform Implementation Oversight Board, a farmer-led group established to support the Scottish Government’s policy reform, and is a Trustee of Scottish charity, the Hannah Dairy Research Foundation.

MOSAIC INSURANCE

Prominent specialty market executive Toby Smith will join Mosaic Insurance as Americas CEO, effective July 23. Based in New York, Smith is a top-ranking industry figure who will become a member of the specialty insurer’s leadership team, with specific responsibility for spearheading market engagement and profitable growth across the US, Canada, and the wider Americas region.

“Toby is a longtime colleague with an exceptional track record that has seen him build the largest environmental business in the market,” said Mosaic’s Co-CEO Mitch Blaser. “He will be instrumental in continuing our growth trajectory and accelerating our strategic ambitions across specialty product lines globally and in the critical US region. As he joins our impressive team, we look forward to creating significant value for our stakeholders, partners, and customers.”