Insurance sector executive search firm Eliot Partnership (EP) has announced the opening of its Bermuda office and appointed Britt Reiss to lead as Partner and Director.
Reiss joins with over 15 years of executive search experience, the majority of which focused on the insurance and reinsurance industries.
EL says Reiss’ appointment to this newly created position recognizes Bermuda’s significance in the global insurance and reinsurance industries, its leading role in developing risk management solutions and the continued growth potential of the Insurance Linked Securities (ILS) market on the island.
Reiss will grow EP’s footprint in Bermuda and will be a key member of EP’s team serving and growing its wider global client base through its existing offices in London, New York, Singapore and Zurich.
Commenting on the appointment, Andrew Eliot, Founder and Managing Partner of Eliot Partnership, said, “While we have been working with the Bermuda market for many years, opening an office there and adding a leader of Britt’s calibre to our team greatly enhances our reach and effectiveness in serving our clients.
“I am delighted to welcome Britt on board as a Partner and Head of the Bermuda office. Her extensive contacts in the Bermuda insurance and reinsurance industry are second to none and will further complement our growing business.
“Furthermore, as Britt has lived in Bermuda, Europe and the Middle East, she is able to balance cultural sensitivities when fulfilling the requirements of global businesses.”
Commenting on her appointment, Reiss said, “I’m thrilled to be joining Eliot Partnership. Andrew has assembled an impressive global team who share my passion for executive search, care and achieving the best outcomes for our clients. It is exciting to be back!”
