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News on insurance and reinsurance industry hiring, appointments and people moves. News and announcements covering key hires and people moves across the global reinsurance, commercial and specialty insurance markets.
Brannigan Ong appointed Head of Reinsurance, Accident & Health at AIG
6th May 2026
American International Group, Inc., a global insurance and financial services organisation providing property and casualty insurance, life and retirement solutions, and a wide range of commercial and personal insurance products, has appointed Brannigan Ong as Head of Reinsurance, Accident & Health. In this role, Ong will oversee the Accident & Health ... Read the full article
Shamieh in frame for Berkshire insurance leadership as Jain tenure continues
5th May 2026
A report by The Wall Street Journal says Berkshire Hathaway has identified Charlie Shamieh as the likely successor to Ajit Jain, the group’s Vice Chairman of Insurance Operations. Citing people familiar with the matter, WSJ said the timing of the transition remains uncertain, with Shamieh expected to take over leadership of ... Read the full article
Gallagher Re appoints Jun Liu as Head of China Agriculture
5th May 2026
Gallagher Re, a global reinsurance broker and risk advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Jun Liu as Head of China Agriculture, in addition to his current role as Deputy Head of the Beijing team. The executive joined Gallagher Re in 2025 from Datong Insurance, where he served as Deputy Head ... Read the full article
Thomas Buberl reappointed CEO of AXA for four-year term
1st May 2026
Yesterday, at AXA's Annual Shareholders’ Meeting in Paris, shareholders "overwhelmingly" voted in favour of renewing Thomas Buberl's mandate as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the global insurer for a four-year term. Buberl took over as a Director and CEO of AXA on September 1st, 2016, and was reappointed in April 2022 ... Read the full article
Aon strengthens Asia Pacific growth leadership with senior appointments
1st May 2026
Aon, a global professional services firm specialising in risk, retirement and health solutions, has announced three senior appointments within its Asia Pacific Growth team. The move reflects Aon’s continued focus on strengthening its commercial leadership and regional capability across Asia Pacific. The company has appointed Richard Tan, Maggie Hsieh and Michel Muganza ... Read the full article
Willis outlines North America leadership changes as part of Newfront integration
1st May 2026
Willis, an insurance brokerage and advisory business, has announced a set of senior leadership appointments across North America. The changes are presented by Willis as part of its plans to support continued growth and to progress the integration of Newfront, a specialty broker known for its use of technology. Willis attributes these ... Read the full article
Hannover Re US appoints Kelly Rabin as SVP and Chief Actuary
30th April 2026
Hannover Life Reassurance Company of America (Hannover Re US) has announced the appointment of Kelly Rabin as Senior Vice President and Chief Actuary, effective 1st May 2026. She succeeds John Di Meo, who was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer on 1st January 2026. In her new role, Rabin will ... Read the full article
USQRisk appoints Swiss Re’s John Levy as Global Head of Structured Reinsurance
30th April 2026
USQRisk, part of Ryan Specialty's Alternative Risk division, has hired John Levy from Swiss Re, one of Europe's big four reinsurers, as Global Head of Structured Reinsurance. USQRisk, through its two core business divisions, Alternative Risk and Facilities, structures, prices and places specialty re/insurance for corporate and re/insurer clients, and also ... Read the full article
Howden Re strengthens cyber reinsurance team with five appointments amid rising global demand
30th April 2026
Howden Re, part of Howden, has made five new appointments to its cyber reinsurance division as it continues to respond to rising demand from clients around the world. According to Howden Re, the expansion supports the ongoing development of its cyber reinsurance capabilities, including establishing a dedicated presence in the United ... Read the full article
Jensten names Jaime Swindle as CEO, Product & Distribution
30th April 2026
Jensten Group, a provider of insurance services in the UK, has appointed Jaime Swindle to the newly created role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Product & Distribution, subject to regulatory approval. This appointment follows the recent restructuring of the insurer’s executive leadership team and splitting the businesses into two ... Read the full article
Willis Re hires Richard Jones from Gallagher Re to lead Asia operations
30th April 2026
Richard Jones is set to join Willis Re, a reinsurance advisory and broking joint venture between Bain Capital (BCIS) and WTW, from Gallagher Re in October 2026, subject to all regulatory approvals, to lead the reinsurance broker's Asia operations from Singapore. Jones is a seasoned and respected practitioners in the region, ... Read the full article
Apollo expands reinsurance capabilities with new international casualty class
30th April 2026
Apollo, part of Skyward Group and an insurance platform focused on innovation, has announced the launch of an international casualty reinsurance class, extending its existing portfolio and broadening its reach across global markets. The company presents the addition as a strategic move designed to support clients with complex risk requirements while ... Read the full article
Raymond Ong appointed Tokio Marine Life Insurance Singapore CEO
30th April 2026
Tokio Marine Life Insurance Singapore (TMLS) has announced the appointment of Raymond Ong as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). “With his deep industry expertise and regional perspective, Mr Ong is well positioned to lead TMLS into its next phase of growth,” a TMLS spokesperson stated. Adding: “His appointment reinforces our focus on strengthening ... Read the full article
Descartes names Oliver Wyman’s Jean Hermelin as Chief Strategy Officer
29th April 2026
Descartes Underwriting, a specialist in corporate parametric re/insurance solutions for climate and emerging risks, has appointed Jean Hermelin to the newly created role of Chief Strategy Officer. At Descartes, Hermelin will report to Tanguy Touffut, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-founder, and join the firm's Executive Committee. He is tasked with leading ... Read the full article
The Fidelis Partnership names David Woods as Ireland CEO
29th April 2026
The Fidelis Partnership (TFP), a specialty insurance and reinsurance group, has announced the appointment of David Woods as Ireland CEO, effective 1st July 2026. Rob Kelly, TFP’s current Ireland CEO, will transition to the role of Group Director of Finance, further strengthening the group’s finance function. Meanwhile, Grahame Dawe, currently Group ... Read the full article
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