Henderson names Aviva's Steve Barrett as MD

Mr Barrett previously worked at Aviva, where he spent over 20 years. Prior to that he was at the Prudential for 18 years.

He will sit on the executive board and will report directly to CEO Joe Henderson.

Mr Henderson is to focus more on the firm’s other businesses, which include Contractsure , Henderson Risk Management and Henderson Employee Benefits .

He commented: “Steve has vast experience of working at the coalface in the insurance broking industry. He built up a solid background and