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This week: A rest or a change
I was lucky enough to spend last week’s sunny bank holiday on the South Coast enjoying a well-earned rest. For others in the insurance industry it seems that the saying 'a change is as good as a rest' is proving true with some major people moves this…
MS Amlin names replacement for CFO John Worth
MS Amlin has named former Old Mutual executive Iain Pearce as its chief financial officer.
I work in insurance: Dene Rowe, innovation director, Keoghs
Working as innovation director at Keoghs Dene Rowe has been at the forefront of introducing artificial intelligence into the legal firm
Edam Group invests in 18 month leadership scheme
UK specialist provider of credit hire and post-accident services, Edam Group, has invested in an 18 month leadership scheme built to boost its employees’ personal development.
Andy Briggs to depart from Aviva
Andy Briggs will step down as CEO of Aviva’s UK insurance division, as the group announces further management changes and a review of its UK business.
Brightside appoints former Swinton distribution director as group COO
Richard Beaven, former distribution director at Swinton, has joined Brightside as its group chief operating officer.
This week: Easter egg-citement
As we head towards a welcome four-day weekend, the insurance world has been getting in the spirit for Easter in the only natural way: smashing chocolate eggs.
Claims Apprentice 2019: Episode 6 - The interviews
Team Discovery and Team Fortitudo are no more.
My other life: James Lai, ICAB: Kendōka
When James Lai isn’t working as ICAB’s billings co-ordinator he can be found wielding a Japanese sword in the martial art of Kendo
Ex-RSA SME MD Tara Waite rejoins insurance sector after Wonga collapse
RSA’s former SME managing director, Tara Waite (formerly Kneafsey) has re-entered the insurance sector as a non-executive director at Ageas UK, after leaving for payday lender Wonga.
Biba creates head of general insurance role
Former Tokio Marine Kiln head of distribution, Alastair Blundell is joining the British Insurance Brokers’ Association as head of general insurance.
HDI Global appoints Paul Williams as head of underwriting for corporate risk
HDI Global has announced the appointment of Paul Williams as head of underwriting for its corporate risk division, replacing Kevin Armstrong.
Bollington's Paul Moors on inclusion and leadership
Bollington's CEO Paul Moors believes the insurance sector needs exceptional leaders to regain the public's confidence and set the highest of professional standards.
This week in Post: Funds, loyalty and crime
Gift cards may not be very personal, but they are perfect when you are not sure what to get someone. However, if you are anything like me you put them away in a “safe” place and forget to use them in time.
Charlotte Halkett leaves Buzzvault
Buzzvault managing director of insurance product, Charlotte Halkett, is leaving the insurtech.
Crawford & Co on hunt for UK & Ireland head as Clive Nicholls steps down
Crawford & Company has begun the search for a new president, UK and Ireland, after incumbent Clive Nicholls announced his intention to retire on the 30 September 2019.
Claims Apprentice 2019: Episode 5 - Tech and Innovation
With Discovery taking a two-one advantage following the Talent Recruitment challenge, the apprentices now move onto their fourth and final task in their respective teams.
Covéa Insurance names Carolyn Callan as Simon Cooter’s successor
Covéa Insurance has appointed Carolyn Callan as commercial lines and high net worth director with effect from 1 May.
Rising Star: Ali Pierce, Domestic & General
Listening to the needs of customers while working at Domestic & General's call centre led to Ali Pierce climbing to group head of communications.
Biba supports FCA’s multi-lateral approach to signposting service for people with pre-existing medical conditions
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association believes it ‘has a significant role to play’ in the Financial Conduct Authority’s approach to signposting initiative.
This Month: Figures, finalists and fools
Our cover interview for April features Amanda Blanc’s move from Axa to Zurich which was perhaps the most talked about people move of 2018. The Association of British Insurers' chair spoke to Jen Frost about her plans for the business in the coming year.
Special report: Industry gender pay gap shows little change
Exclusive: The industry’s gender pay gap numbers remain relatively static, with experts warning that it could be up to a decade before the impact of recent diversity initiatives are reflected in the numbers.
Claims Apprentice 2019: Episode 4 - Talent Recruitment
With Team Discovery levelling the scores after the diversity and inclusion challenge last week, the apprentices now move onto their third task.
Trade voice: James Dalton on embracing diversity in insurance
In order to reflect the diverse communities UK insurers serve the insurance industry needs to continue to make progress towards creating a truly diverse and inclusive workforce, especially at executive and board level, explains James Dalton, director for…