The Lloyd’s Market Association has appointed Jane Hayes as underwriting director, effective February 3.
Hayes joins from Zurich having most recently served as Chief Underwriting Officer, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
She is expected to play a key role in working with the Corporation of Lloyd’s, LMA’s members and the market in developing revised underwriting standards as part of defining the modernised syndication model, which is a main priority of the Future of Lloyd’s programme.
Commenting on her appointment, Hayes said, “I am excited to be joining the LMA at such a pivotal time for its members, the managing and members’ agents’ community, and for Lloyd’s.
“I look forward to working with both to facilitate the success of our marketplace, as well as promoting world-class underwriting excellence across all classes of business.”
LMA Chief Executive Sheila Cameron, added, “Jane’s extensive experience, technical strength, and board-level perspective make her the ideal person to work with Lloyd’s and the LMA on projects critical to the market’s future.
“I very much look forward to working with her and I’m delighted to welcome her to the team.”
