Reports: Allianz asset management head Hunt in talks to depart
Allianz is looking to shake up its management board, with talks reportedly taking place over the potential exit of asset management head Jacqueline Hunt as the German insurance and financial services giant continues to deal with lawsuits and regulatory probes into its Structured Alpha Funds.
Sompo Intl’s Del Col to retire with Axa XL’s Lawrence named GC
Sompo International Holdings has named Windy Lawrence as its new general counsel, succeeding John Del Col who will retire at the end of the year after 19 years with the Bermudian (re)insurer and its predecessor company.
Wefox hires ex-Zurich exec Huber as chief insurance officer
Peter Huber, who left his role as CEO of Zurich International last month, has joined Wefox as chief insurance officer, as the German insurtech looks to grow following its $650mn funding round in June.
Acrisure Re adds senior quartet to corporate advisory and solutions division
Acrisure Re has named Nick Godfrey as head of capital markets and Jonathan Zisaruk as head of legacy as part of a quartet of senior appointments within the intermediary’s corporate advisory and solutions division.
IRB names MetLife executive Carvalho as new CEO
The board of IRB Brasil Re has elected Raphael Afonso Godinho de Carvalho as CEO of the reinsurer, taking over from Wilson Toneto on 1 October.
BMS Re confirms Farrell hire
BMS Re has confirmed the appointment of Jerry Farrell in a move first revealed by The Insurer last week.
Axa XL names Clark as marine liabilities global practice leader
Axa XL has appointed Stephen Clark as its new marine liabilities global practice leader in addition to his current responsibilities as North America hull and liabilities practice leader.
Pool Re names former Treasury minister Knight as chair
UK terrorism mutual Pool Re has announced the appointment of former Treasury minister Angela Knight as non-executive chair.
Amwins Global Risks looks to Beazley and Lloyd’s for senior operations hires
Amwins Global Risks, the rebranded Lloyd’s wholesale broker formerly known as THB Group, has hired Beazley’s Colm Hensman as chief operating officer and Lindsey Davies from Lloyd’s as director of operations.
Lloyd’s names Clement sustainability director
Lloyd’s of London has promoted Rebekah Clement to sustainability director, as the Corporation continues to step up its focus on climate change.
Chubb promotes Nazir to Overseas General Insurance digital head
Chubb has named Raheila Nazir head of cyber and technology for Overseas General Insurance, the company’s international general insurance business.
IRB names MetLife executive Carvalho as new CEO
The board of IRB Brasil Re has elected Raphael Afonso Godinho de Carvalho as CEO of the reinsurer, taking over from Wilson Toneto on 1 October.
Risk Innovations’ Peddle named Jencap Insurance Services president
US wholesaler Jencap has appointed Bruce Peddle president of its newly formed MGA platform Jencap Insurance Services Inc (JCIS).
Brokerage CUO Goodloe in Ategrity exit
Expansive E&S carrier Ategrity Specialty Insurance Company and its chief underwriting officer of brokerage business John Goodloe have parted ways, The Insurer can reveal.
Farrell set to re-emerge at BMS Re
Jerry Farrell has been linked with a move to BMS Re in a senior production and origination role following his recent departure from Toa Re, The Insurer can reveal.
Galway’s Jencap takes Hahn and team from CRC
US wholesaler Jencap has taken CRC Group regional director Kevin Hahn and a number of his New York-based colleagues including Mike Yovino, Brandon Testa and James Brewer, The Insurer can reveal.