LexisNexis Risk Solutions, a data, advanced analytics and technology provider to the UK insurance market, has announced the appointment of James Burton as Managing Director, Insurance, UK and Ireland.
He replaces Jeffrey Skelton who will take up a new role to lead ICIS, a brand of LexisNexis Risk Solutions, part of RELX.
Burton has close to 20 years of industry experience, seven of them spent with LexisNexis Risk Solutions, being responsible for the management and execution of the product strategy across the business.
Prior to his appointment, he served as vice president of product management, insurance, UK and Ireland.
Before joining the company, Burton worked in a number of product and analytical roles across loyalty, credit risk and debt management for organisations such as Ikano Bank and Equifax after spending a number of years as a Government Bond trader.
Bill Madison, CEO, Insurance, for LexisNexis Risk Solutions said: “James is the ideal candidate to lead our U.K and Ireland business. He is a seasoned leader with nearly two decades of deep knowledge and experience in the insurance and financial services sectors, having forged strong relationships with customers and industry partners, helping solidify the company as a data and advanced analytics provider of choice.
“These qualities have played no small part in the success of some of our most recent innovations to solve key market challenges – from ghost broking to ADAS awareness. We are pleased James has taken up this new position.”
Commenting on his appointment, Burton said: “Insurance providers are facing a host of regulatory, environmental and economic challenges. At the same time, consumer expectations have heightened.
“Our business exists to help insurance providers make more accurate risk decisions from quote to claim to help ensure their customers have the correct cover for their needs at a fair price, while protecting insurance providers’ profitability.
“I am delighted to take up this position at such an exciting time in our business growth as we roll out a series of innovations to bring unique, actionable insights around properties, vehicles and claims histories.”
