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Price Forbes launches security risks practice
The Ardonagh Group’s Price Forbes has launched a security risks practice, as JLT staff move to the broker.
Analysis: The road to inclusion
Most people in the industry would probably describe themselves as open-minded, abhorring any kind of discrimination and supportive of more diversity in the workplace. The enthusiasm for change from all quarters is testament to that
This week: Court's adjourned?
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s decapitated head kicked off its last outing on our television screens this week as the FCA counts down to the PPI deadline on 29 August. However, as one battle comes to an end, another may be just beginning.
Blog: When is a professional not a professional?
Many organisations seek to employ professionals assuming they have the characteristics to bring reputational premium to organisations. Jyoti Navare, chartered insurance practitioner and associate professor at the Department of Economics at Middlesex…
ERS to launch underwriting academy in Swansea
Specialist motor insurer ERS will open an underwriting academy in its Swansea office.
Tokio Marine Kiln Insurance to enter run-off next month
Tokio Marine Kiln Insurance will enter run off, as the group refocuses its UK business on Lloyd’s.
My other life: Stephen Ford, Masterchef finalist
When not working as business intelligence manager at Sedgwick, Stephen Ford is busy cooking for the rich and famous at his high-end catering brand Salt Kitchen after being a finalist in the BBC's Masterchef competition.
Ardonagh boss joins Nexus group
Marc van der Veer has joined Nexus Group as CEO of European Ventures.
Axa XL appoints Christopher Read as COO
Christopher Read has been appointed as Axa XL’s UK chief operating officer, joining from EY, where he was an associate partner.
Industry pays tribute to former Lloyd’s executive Mike Wilson
Mike Wilson, the former head of Lloyd’s Policy Signing Office in Kent has died.
This week: Dual pricing and sexual harassment claims
For a while now the insurance industry has been under the spotlight for the sheer volume of sexual harassment allegations its faced. And after Post reported this week the suspension of a senior boss at Marsh sister company Guy Carpenter, following…
Ecclesiastical appoints Denise Cockrem as group chief financial officer
Eccslesiastical has appointed Denise Cockrem as group chief financial officer.
Axa UK promotes Laurent Matras to retail boss
Axa UK has promoted Laurent Matras to the role of executive managing director of retail.
Guy Carpenter suspends senior boss following harassment claims
Exclusive: A senior boss at Marsh sister company Guy Carpenter has been suspended over “rude and offensive” comments about a female member of staff.
Mike Holliday-Williams departs Direct Line amid restructure
Mike Holliday-Williams, managing director of personal lines at Direct Line, will step down from his role amid a wider management restructure.
Rising Star: Tosin Omosebi, QBE
Claims adjuster Tosin Omosebi has recently been made co-chair of QBE’s claims employee opinion forum
Analysis: Diversity and Inclusion: A marked shift in commitment
Diversity and inclusion have moved from buzzwords to being embraced by the insurance industry for all the right reasons but is it doing enough?
Q&A: National Windscreen managing director Jan Teo
Having taking over the reins of National Windscreens as managing director in 2018, Jan Teo spoke to Jonathan Swift about what attracted her to the role; the challenges the business faces and what it is like being caught up in a motor manufacturer space…
This month: Insurance’s Black Thursday?
'Dark clouds over Norfolk'; 'Perth reacts to job losses'; 'Staff don’t know anything'; those were snippets of headlines from local newspapers this week in reaction to Aviva’s plans to cut 1800 jobs.
128 jobs on the line as Allianz shutters Bristol office
Allianz has placed 128 roles at risk of redundancy as it announces the closure of its Bristol claims handling centre.
Premium Credit appoints ex-Wonga boss Tara Waite as CEO
Premium Credit has appointed Tara Waite as CEO, replacing Tom Woolgrove.
Charlotte Halkett joins Bought By Many
Bought By Many has appointed Charlotte Halkett as its first chief commercial officer.
Aviva to cut 1800 jobs as it splits general insurance and life
Aviva will split its life and general insurance business in the UK, cutting 1800 jobs over the next three years.
Penny Black's Social World: June 2019
Challenging conversations, supporting good causes and embracing diversity