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‘Are you 30?!’: Partners& apprentice Abraham Holder
Partners& apprentice Abraham Holder on why he chose a career in insurance, the perception of the industry among young people and how the broking sector can attract the next generation.
Sam Geddes named CEO of Santam Syndicate 1918
Santam Syndicate 1918, part of Africa’s largest non-life insurer Santam Group, has appointed Sam Geddes as CEO based in London.
Numbers down again but nearly three-quarters of brokers recruiting, Aviva survey shows
Nearly three quarters of brokers (72%) are currently recruiting, down from 74% last year and 94% in 2024, according to the latest Broker Barometer survey by Aviva.
Coversure adds sixth new office of 2026 with Watford opening
Coversure Insurance Services has strengthened its presence in Hertfordshire with the launch of a new Watford operation.
Founder steps down from BP Marsh board
Brian Marsh, founder and non-executive chairman of BP Marsh & Partners, has stepped down from the board becoming life president as the firm also revealed two appointments.
Interview: Gallagher’s Karen Greenhalgh
Karen Greenhalgh, head of broking and placement for the commercial division at Gallagher in the UK, details her route into insurance, being one of the very first recruits when the US giant entered the retail market, and following her recent promotion her…
US to feel the brunt of Acrisure's 11% workforce cull
Acrisure has stated that most its upcoming job cuts will be in the US.
People Moves: 18 – 22 May 2026
Stay in the loop with the latest insurance personnel moves.
Sign up for Broker Expo now to be ready for 2027 and beyond
You can now sign up to attend Broker Expo as part of Insurance Age’s wider UK Broker Week which also encompasses the UK Broker Awards and UK Broker Summit.
Kielty to help ‘transition’ as new UK leader announced by Aon
Jane Kielty will be supporting the transition of leadership responsibilities at Aon as the broker revamps its management structure, bringing in Tracy-Lee Kus to oversee the UK, Ireland, South Africa and the Middle East from 1 June.
CEO Needs leaves Applied Europe a year after Epic pullout
Tom Needs is set to leave his Applied Systems Europe CEO role less than a year after the software house announced it would be pulling its Epic offering from the UK.
Ex-Aon/PIB leader named Kingfisher managing director
Kingfisher Insurance has promoted Gareth Butler to become its new managing director.
FCA warns young drivers not to be left on the roadside by ghost brokers
The Financial Conduct Authority has warned 17-25 year olds on ghost broking scams as research finds half of young drivers have bought insurance through social media or messaging apps.
Aviva promotes McMurrough to commercial lines CUO
Aviva has appointed Alex McMurrough as chief underwriting officer for commercial lines.
Biba to strengthen stakeholder engagement with head of public affairs hiring
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has appointed Amy Cox as head of public affairs who has committed the trade body will remain a “a constructive friend and trusted voice for government”.
Ageas CEO Middle promises open dialogue and transparency over restructure programme
Ageas UK CEO Ant Middle has committed to transparency and clarity as he acknowledged the insurer’s restructure affects people’s lives with it seeking to almost halve its workforce by 2029.
Partners& launches in Manchester
Partners& is launching in Manchester describing the investment in the city as a ‘statement of intent’.
People Moves: 11 – 15 May 2026
Keep up to date with the latest personnel moves in insurance.
Ageas to almost halve its workforce with 1800 job cuts by 2029
Ageas has announced plans to cut almost half its workforce following the acquisitions of Esure and Acromas.
Biba 2026: Griffiths & Armour’s Carl Evans wins Francis Perkins Award
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has named Griffiths & Armour’s Carl Evans as the winner of its 2026 Francis Perkins Award.
Biba 2026 Countdown: Ageas UK’s Adam Beckett
recommends brokers should keep pushing boundaries and believes there is nothing like the moment the doors open and the conference comes alive.