AJ Gallagher
Ross 'authorised surveillance' on AJG employees
Former Arthur J Gallagher International CEO David Ross authorised surveillance of Gallagher employees during his time at the firm, according to AJG's defence to his counterclaim in the ongoing court proceedings.
Chily hire leads to boost in Gallagher recruitment hopefuls
The number of people seeking to work at Arthur J Gallagher following Grahame Chilton's appointment as international CEO has "expanded substantially", according to the broker's president and CEO Pat Gallagher.
Updated: Gallagher at risk of FCA penalty from s166 review
Arthur J Gallagher says it cannot rule out the possibility of being fined or penalised by the Financial Conduct Authority after a quarterly statement from the company revealed the regulator had called for a skilled person's review of parts of the broker…
Changes at LV and Admiral fail to mask issue of succession planning
Succession planning and the promotion of internal talent remain key issues for the industry to address, according to analysts, who have played down the significance of recent leaderships announcements at Admiral and LV.
Regional Review: Newcastle
Newcastle is a city that has experienced its fair share of change in insurance industry representation in recent years, but local brokers are now hailing an environment of stability in the city.
Keey denies diverting Towergate acquisition opportunity
Christopher Keey, a former independent consultant to Arthur J Gallagher, has denied involvement in diverting an opportunity to acquire Towergate away from Gallagher and also rejected being any part of an orchestrated team move to the broker.
Ex-Gallagher CFO Mugge claims he had no restrictive covenants
Former Arthur J Gallagher International chief financial officer Mark Mugge has denied that he was subject to any post-termination restrictive covenants with his ex-employer.
Gallagher had ‘no appetite' for Towergate purchase, Ross claims
Arthur J Gallagher did not have the appetite or financial capacity to acquire Towergate due to a $30m (£19m) cap on acquistions, according to a High Court defence document signed by incoming Towergate CEO David Ross.
Ross claims he felt unsafe at home after Gallagher surveillance
Incoming Towergate CEO David Ross has filed a counterclaim against former employer Arthur J Gallagher International alleging the broker misused his private information after having him followed by a surveillance company.
Biba: Manchester Lowdown
With 2015’s Biba Conference taking place in Manchester, Post asked industry movers and shakers in the region to give us the lowdown on the city and their thoughts on the industry over the past year
PE investment and consolidation to continue in broking following flurry of deals
Consolidation and private equity investment are far from reaching their zenith in the broking sector, according to market insiders, who have tipped brokers Be Wiser, Jelf and Autonet Insurance Services as attractive prospects for buyers.
Gallagher merges GIS with UK retail and creates single underwriting unit
Gallagher Insurance Solutions managing director Martin Oliver will report in to incoming UK retail CEO Stuart Reid following a restructure at Arthur J Gallagher International.
Biba unveils holiday home scheme alongside Intasure
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has launched its first ever holiday home scheme in partnership with specialist Arthur J Gallagher subsidiary Intasure.
Brightside pegged as Autonet purchaser
Bristol-based broker Brightside is said to be pursuing Autonet Insurance Services - a previous acquisition target of Arthur J Gallagher.
Davies appointed as claims partner by MGA Modus
Loss adjusting firm the Davies Group has been appointed by Modus as claims partner across all lines following a competitive tender process.
Fight for talent in broking tipped to lead to further litigation
Recent high profile litigation in the broking sector related to team moves has been deemed the "tip of the iceberg" by market commentators who are predicting further similar disputes.
Landlords: Bring on the subs
Plans to stop landlords preventing sub-letting have split opinion, with some insurers predicting a hike in premiums, while others claim the risks could be managed.
Gallagher court documents allege diverted Towergate purchase plan
Arthur J Gallagher has sued former employees David Ross and Mark Mugge and independent consultant Christopher Keey for breaching contractual, fiduciary and equitable obligations, the particulars of claim filed by the broker have revealed.
Innovation Broking will keep a low profile says Pearson
Former Oamps UK CEO Howard Pearson intends to keep a low profile following the launch of a broker with former Giles managing director Paul Dickson.
Gallagher hires ex-NIG underwriting boss Hall as CUO
Former NIG underwriting and pricing director Martin Hall is to resurface at Arthur J Gallagher where he will take on the chief underwriting officer role vacated by Sian Fisher.
Reid backed by broking peers to stay at Gallagher for the long-term
Former Bluefin executive chairman Stuart Reid has been tipped to be “the one that sticks” in the Arthur J Gallagher UK retail hot seat by a previous incumbent of the role, despite suggestions that his lack of recent integration experience could pose…
Career File - Stuart Reid: Stuart Reid takes Arthur J Gallagher role
Arthur J Gallagher has confirmed the appointment of former Bluefin executive chairman Stuart Reid to the position of UK retail CEO.
Interview: Martin Oliver: Grafting the Gallagher way
Having joined Gallagher last year as MD of personal lines, Martin Oliver explains why he’s there to stay, his relationship with Grahame Chilton and how the role plays to his experience and strengths.
AJ Gallagher starts Asian reputation risk practice
International broker AJ Gallagher is aiming to help large corporate clients in Asia with mitigating reputation risk and brand damage.