Simon Hunt has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of HDI Global UK & Ireland, effective 1 June 2026, after serving as interim CEO since February 2026 following the departure of Stephanie Ogden.
Ger Twomey is set to continue as interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
Hunt, who previously was CFO for the UK & Ireland, started serving as interim CEO in February 2026. During his interim leadership, HDI expanded core lines like Accident & Health, Cyber, Credit Risk, and Energy, while prioritising underwriting discipline, service delivery, and long term relationships.
He joined the company in 2019, having held several leadership positions ever since and supported company growth.
As CEO, Hunt is set to lead the UK & Ireland business according to HDI Global’s Xcelerate29 strategy, focusing on targeted, profitable growth in property, casualty and specialty lines.
Key priorities include ongoing investments in technology and data-driven capabilities, the attraction and retention of talent, and the delivery of high-quality service solutions for brokers and clients.
By prioritising excellence across the entire value chain, including further investments in claims and risk engineering, the firm aims to facilitate proactive risk management, faster resolution, and deeper insights for clients and brokers.
Commenting on the announcement, David Hullin, Member of the Executive Board at HDI Global, said: “Simon brings extensive market knowledge, strong financial expertise, and a clear strategic focus to the role.
“As interim CEO, he has provided stability and momentum for the UK & Ireland business in a demanding market environment. His appointment reflects our confidence in his leadership and our commitment to further strengthening HDI Global’s position as a trusted partner in transformation for brokers and clients in this important market.”
Hunt stated: “I’m proud and excited to step into the role of CEO permanently and continue working alongside our talented teams across the business. Over recent months, we have demonstrated the strength of our underwriting expertise, service proposition, and collaborative culture in a challenging market environment.
“Our priorities and focus remain clear: disciplined and profitable growth, consistent delivery for brokers and clients, and investment in our people, data, and technology capabilities. We enable our partners to better understand, transfer, and manage risks in a continually evolving world.”
