Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd, a specialty re/insurance company, has promoted Susan Steinhoff to Chief Underwriting Officer (CUO) of Hamilton Re, its Bermuda-based insurance and reinsurance underwriting platform, effective January 1st, 2026.
In her new role, Steinhoff will lead underwriting activities across Hamilton Re and report to Adrian Daws, Chief Executive Officer. She succeeds Tim Duffin, who became Group CUO on January 1st, 2026.
Hamilton explained that with Steinhoff’s leadership, it will continue to strengthen its underwriting capabilities and deliver exceptional value to its clients and partners.
As Steinhoff transitions to her new role, Peter Riihiluoma will succeed her as Senior Vice President (SVP), Head of Property Reinsurance. Meanwhile, Sergio Lottimore will succeed Riihiluoma as SVP, Head of Specialty Reinsurance.
These promotions underscore Hamilton’s commitment to strong leadership and continuity across its underwriting teams, explained the firm.
Steinhoff brings over 25 years of insurance industry experience, having held senior roles at ACE (now Chubb), joining Hamilton in its early days in 2014.
Daws commented on the appointment, “I am delighted to announce Susan’s well-deserved promotion to Chief Underwriting Officer at Hamilton Re. Susan has been a key member of our executive team, leading the property reinsurance team with distinction.
“Her expertise and client-centric approach have earned her respect across the industry. I look forward to working closely with her as she shapes the future of our underwriting function and leads our talented insurance and reinsurance underwriting teams.”
