Willis Towers Watson
Captives - interview: A captivating scene
Katherine Blackler talks to Dominic Wheatley of Willis' captive management practice about his career, the challenges faced by captive managers and the relationships they have with their reinsurance brokers.
Willis raids RSA for Russia and Middle East boss
Willis Group has appointed Scott Pickering CEO, Russia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South Africa, effective immediately.
IIWG future in doubt as ABI looks to pick up leadership
The Association of British Insurers is expected to take up the mantle from the Insurance Industry Working Group, after the change of government threw its future into question.
FSA in limbo as coalition puts Bank of England in charge
The coalition government has granted macro-prudential regulation of financial services to the Bank of England to rectify the "defective" tripartite system, according to the Treasury.
BIBA 2010: Willis CEO questions FSA's "grandfathering" of Quinn
Willis chief executive Joe Plumeri has questioned the Financial Services Authority's role in the problems revolving around Quinn Insurance.
Survey - Insurance buyers: Making decisions
Elizabeth Duffy reveals the results of recent research into what corporate risk managers look for when selecting a broker partner — and what frustrates them.
Towers Watson issues Solvency II insurer warning
Risk management consultancy Towers Watson has warned that insurers may be “cutting corners” in their approach to the Solvency II’s QIS5 exercise.
Towers Watson issues Solvency II insurer warning
Risk management consultancy Towers Watson has warned that insurers may be “cutting corners” in their approach to the Solvency II’s QIS5 exercise.
Garwyn names new CEO
Garwyn has appointed the former chairman of glaobal sales at Xchanging, Stewart McCulloch, as its new chief executive.
Towers Watson results hit by heavy merger costs
Net income falls $32m from the third quarter of 2009 due to transaction and integration costs from the merger.
Intermediaries team up to make PMI sales push
Two independent health insurance intermediaries have teamed up to offer a range of cover for children and people who travel abroad for medical or cosmetic treatment.
Willis Risk Solutions adds to senior team
Willis has confirmed George Haitsch has been appointed as practice leader for Willis Risk Solutions, the business unit that serves the broker’s large, complex corporate clients in North America.
Willis cuts 260 jobs
Willis slashed 260 jobs in the first quarter of 2010, the company said.
Willis international arm hit by "weak" UK and Ireland
Willis has reported net income from continuing operations for the first quarter of 2010 was $204m, compared with $192m in the same period a year ago.
Willis international arm hit by "weak" UK and Ireland
Willis has reported net income from continuing operations for the first quarter of 2010 was $204m, compared with $192m in the same period a year ago.
US stock market plunges
The US stock market plunged on Tuesday after downgrades to debt ratings in Greece and Portugal sent stocks falling over 2% at the end of trading.
Oxygen extends reach with Dubai broker move
Oxygen Insurance Brokers has agreed a deal with Dubai-based intermediary Brokerage World Solutions that will see it service its UK business currently handled by rival brokers including Jardine Lloyd Thompson, Marsh, and Willis.
Willis names new director at first Irish AGM
Willis has appointed Michael Somers as a director of the company and member of the risk committee of the board of directors.
Willis names new director at first Irish AGM
Willis has appointed Michael Somers as a director of the company and member of the risk committee of the board of directors.
Willis extends Coverpoint technology deal to PI and D&O
Willis has extended its 'pay as you go' agreement for the placement and distribution of low value, high volume business with technology partner Coverpoint.
Ex Swiss Re ILS head joins Willis for capital markets push
Willis has appointed Bill Dubinsky as managing director and head of insurance-linked securities for its Willis Capital Markets & Advisory arm.
Marsh gets ex-Willis two
Marsh has bolstered its Maidstone office with a raid on rival Willis.
Broker dumps Willis and undergoes MBO
Glasgow broker Orr Kerr Dykes has expanded its operations with the opening of a sales branch in Stirling following the completion of a management buyout.
Marsh raids Willis to bolster South east operation
Marsh has bolstered its Maidstone office with a raid on rival Willis.