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Former Giles MD re-emerges at Oamps Insurance
Melbourne-based Oamps Insurance has appointed former Giles’ MD Sarah Lyons to the role of head of commercial broking.
Bluefin signs with Gresham Computing to automate ledger reconciliation
Independent broker Bluefin has chosen Gresham Computing’s transaction control product, Clareti Transaction Control, to increase the level of automation in the matching and reconciliation of transactions with counter-party insurers.
Zurich to phase out life agents in Hong Kong
Zurich is to end its relationship with 700 tied life agents by the end of 2013 as it shifts towards brokers and IFAs.
Rupert Mackenzie to lead JLT Specialty energy division
JLT Specialty has appointed Rupert Mackenzie as divisional managing director of its energy division.
Trott to join RK Harrison in senior schemes role
Former Towergate chief executive Simon Trott is to join the UK retail arm of broker RK Harrison.
Public sector focus boosted by latest Aon Risk Solutions hire
Aon Risk Solutions has appointed John Shaftoe to the role of public sector director based in Aon’s Glasgow office.
Deputy PM Clegg praises Bluefin for apprenticeship success
Bluefin has been congratulated by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg after being recognised in the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list.
Ex-Capita director to relish insurance focus following Bluefin move
Bluefin personal lines managing director Jon Walker has admitted that returning to a company with a strong insurance focus was the major motivating factor behind his decision to turn his back on Capita.
McManus named CEO of UK retail at Gallagher
Former Giles chief executive Brendan McManus has been appointed CEO of UK retail at Arthur J Gallagher following the official completion of the £233m acquisition of the Giles business.
Aon 'in talks' with Towergate over Footman James sale
Aon is in "advanced talks" with Towergate over the sale of classic car and motorcycle broker Footman James.
Paymentshield targeting brokers in personal finance campaign
Paymentshield chief executive Tim Johnson is calling on brokers to educate clients on the benefits of consulting a professional advisor after a survey showed 50% of respondents have never reviewed their finances.
Broker Network pens three year deal with Lorega
Broker Network chief executive Gary Duggan has hailed the signing of a three year exclusive deal with Lorega as enabling his organisation to ensure “the highest quality” claims support services to members.
FCA alert to issues with broker sidecar deals
The Financial Conduct Authority has its eye on broker facility deals in the London Market, such as the one forged between Aon and Berkshire Hathaway.
HCC swoops for QBE underwriter to boost PI team
HCC International has hired professional indemnity underwriter Nicola Marshall to join its London-based PI team.
Post Magazine - 14 November 2013
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IFB levy increase not prohibitive to members who see ‘value for money’
The Insurance Fraud Bureau’s decision to increase its levies for 2014 will not be an obstacle to membership, according to market commentators, as its data sharing capabilities are seen as “value for money”.
Market moves: New faces as well as departures across the industry in a lively week for recruitment
This week saw a surge of recruitment, with changes and appointments across the industry. Post revealed that Simply Health would be axing two of its directors, while Covéa, Ace and XL were among the firms bolstering numbers. Bluefin continued a spate of…
CII opens consultation on changes to chartered status
The Chartered Insurance Institute has released a consultation paper seeking feedback to proposed changes to the standards underpinning chartered status for insurers and brokers.
Terrorism: Global threat
How has the insurance industry adapted to the steady rise in terrorism and civil unrest across the world in the past decade?
C-Suite: The market needs MFN clauses
Anyone following the debate around ‘most favoured nation’ clauses could certainly be forgiven for getting lost in the hype and conjecture. But one undeniable result of all the scrutiny is that the issue has truly divided the insurance industry.
C-Suite: Let’s get back to service
Insurers that prioritise cost when selecting legal partners are ‘fobbing off’ customers to the lowest bidder.
Directors’ & Officers’: Much aD&O about nothing
Despite some predicting an uncertain period for the directors’ & officers’ sector following a government discussion paper and a high-profile claim refusal, unconcerned market insiders explain why education is their current priority.
Expertise Live: Building a better future
Construction was the issue up for discussion at the fourth Expertise Live event of 2013, held in association with Zurich.
Cloud-based portal for schemes brokers launched
Wonder Holdings has announced the formation of a new subsidiary, The Broker Cloud, a portal dedicated to scheme brokers and niche traders in insurance.