Arch Insurance, a provider of specialist insurance solutions, has announced two senior appointments within its UK Regional Division, naming Abigail Dent-Jones and Chelsea Sparey as Senior Property & Casualty (P&C) Underwriters, with immediate effect.
Dent-Jones has joined its Colchester office, while Sparey is based in Bristol. Both will work within their respective New Business teams, supporting the development of Arch Insurance’s property and liability portfolio across regional markets.
Dent-Jones will focus on business opportunities across East Anglia, reporting to David Mann, East Anglia Branch Manager. Sparey will cover the West, South West and Wales, reporting to Julie Collins, Bristol Branch Manager.
Dent-Jones joins from Victor Insurance, where she served as Head of Underwriting Operations. Her previous experience includes underwriting positions at MS Amlin, Fusion Insurance and NIG Commercial.
Sparey joins the insurer from DUAL, where she held the position of Senior P&C Underwriter for the South West and Wales. She has also worked in underwriting and account management roles at Travelers and Ecclesiastical Insurance Group.
Mann commented: “With over 20 years of underwriting experience, Abigail brings an exceptional depth of expertise, a strong understanding of broker and client needs and a proven ability to build lasting relationships. Her strong leadership skills will be invaluable as we continue to execute our growth strategy across the East Anglia region.”
Collins added: “Chelsea is a fantastic addition to our Bristol team. Her breadth of market experience, strong broker relationships and proven track record of delivering profitable, sustainable growth will be instrumental in developing new business opportunities and enhancing the value we bring to clients. We’re excited about the impact Chelsea will have as we further expand our presence across the region.”
