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Lloyd’s looks to better protect whistleblowers as it consults on misconduct framework
Lloyd’s has begun a consultation as it looks to modernise and streamline its approach to dealing with poor conduct and behaviours in the market including both financial and non-financial misconduct.
Broker Expo 2024 Countdown: Nick Hobbs, chief distribution officer, Allianz Commercial
As we count down to Insurance Age’s Broker Week, we asked our Broker Expo speakers to share some insights into the event, market issues and who are the most heavy metal people in insurance. Today, we focus on Nick Hobbs, chief distribution officer at…
Aventum 100% staff owned as part of employee ownership scheme
Aventum is now 100% owned by its workforce under a new global employee ownership scheme with all staff having been rewarded with the equivalent of twice their annual salary in share value.
Axa UK & Ireland looks to Aviva for new CRO
Axa UK & Ireland has appointed Rahul Gumber as chief risk officer, subject to regulatory approval.
People Moves: 2 – 6 September 2024
Follow the latest insurance personnel moves.
HDI Global leader Stephanie Ogden reveals UK & Ireland exec team
Newly appointed CEO for HDI Global’s UK and Ireland business, Stephanie Ogden, has unveiled her new executive team.
Ripe takes Alan Thomas from Simply Business as CEO
Digital MGA Ripe has swooped for Alan Thomas, the former UK CEO at Simply Business, as its new boss.
Aon names Rob Kemp as head of commercial risk for the UK
Rob Kemp will switch to be head of commercial risk solutions for the UK at Aon on 1 October, the broker has confirmed.
Blog: Going back to school to solve the broking skills crisis
Brokers could play an important role in plugging the skills gap in insurance with early educational efforts. Martyn Mathews, MD of SSP Broker, explains.
People Moves: 26 - 30 August 2024
Keep up to date on the latest personnel changes in insurance.
My Insurance Downtime: Ben Taylor, Verisk Claims
Ben Taylor, business development manager at Verisk Claims, offers us a window into his life outside of insurance.
AbbeyAutoline grows apprenticeship programme with new recruitment drive
Northern Ireland based broker AbbeyAutoline has launched a recruitment drive for school leavers and young professionals to join its established apprenticeship programme.
Stait takes interim charge of Allianz mid-market business after Carey departure
Allianz has moved to replace Ecclesiastical-bound Dave Carey with interim managing director for mid-market Graham Stait, pictured, effective from today and subject to regulatory approval.
Carey quits Allianz to become Ecclesiastical intermediary MD
Ecclesiastical Insurance has appointed Dave Carey as the new managing director of its intermediary business, to join in February 2025.
People Moves: 19 – 23 August 2024
Stay in the loop with the latest insurance personnel moves.
Tributes paid to “excellent chair” and “inspiration to many” Jonathan Bloomer
Hiscox and DWF have paid tribute to insurance and financial services veteran Jonathan Bloomer following his passing.
Hiscox chair Bloomer confirmed dead as body recovered after yacht sinking
Hiscox chairman Jonathan Bloomer’s body has been confirmed among the five recovered yesterday following the sinking of the Bayesian yacht on Monday.
Markel doubles floor space with Leeds office move
Markel has doubled the size of its Leeds branch by moving to the new City Square House, 34 years after its first office opened in the city.
Hiscox chair Bloomer named among missing people after Sicily yacht sinking
Hiscox chairman Jonathan Bloomer and his wife Judy have been named among the six people still missing following the sinking of the Bayesian yacht off Sicily yesterday.
Partners& CEO Barton: Mooted Labour tax plan offers “incredible opportunities” for M&A
Speculation that the new Labour Government might increase capital gains tax has created a fertile window for acquisitive insurance brokers.
People Moves: 12 – 16 August 2024
Keep up to date with the latest insurance industry personnel moves.