RSA Group
In Series: Legacy Systems: Easy access
Firms need to make it simple for customers to manage their insurance needs via the medium that suits them best. But with many insurers running on outdated legacy systems, is this easier said than done?
Penny Black's Insurance Week - 24 April/1 May 2014
As a keen racegoer, Penny is always on the lookout for tips from some of the industry’s top bosses, some of whom have racehorses of their own.
Market Moves - 24 April/1 May 2014
Find out who has moved where in the industry this week.
Fraudster jailed after £2m PI claim to RSA disproved
A man who attempted to claim nearly £2m from RSA for a workplace injury is currently serving a six month jail sentence after pleading guilty to contempt in February.
RSA axing UK professional indemnity covers from May
RSA is to take an axe to its UK professional indemnity book, withdrawing from excess of loss cover, as well as products for architects, design and construction, and survey and valuation.
Markham swoops for former Oak MD as chairman
High net worth broker Markham Private Clients has swooped for former Oak Underwriting managing director Bob Trott, recruiting him to serve as its new chairman.
RSA to dispose of Polish and Baltic operations
RSA is selling its businesses in the Baltics and Poland for £300m – a move which will add around £200m to the insurer’s net assets.
Gallagher's Ross eyes 'Ronaldo-type business' signings in personal lines
Arthur J Gallagher’s appointment of Adrian Brown signals a temporary transition from a commercial lines focus to an “adrenaline surge” into the firm’s personal lines offering, according to Gallagher International chief executive David Ross.
PL market 'underserved' by commercial-focused brokers says Brown
The personal lines market remains poorly served by commercial-based brokers according to newly appointed Gallagher executive chairman of underwriting and distribution Adrian Brown.
RSA tipped to review scale of UK operation following Brown departure
Industry commentators are unanimous Adrian Brown’s departure from RSA is a loss for the company amid suggestions group chief executive Stephen Hester could now look to downsize its UK operation.
Gallagher CEO Ross hails 'huge hire' of RSA stalwart Brown
Arthur J Gallagher has welcomed the hire of RSA UK and Western Europe chief executive Adrian Brown to its board.
Brown quits RSA to take on role at Arthur J Gallagher
RSA UK and Western Europe chief executive Adrian Brown has resigned from his role and is to join the board of Arthur J Gallagher as executive chairman of underwriting and distribution.
Broker networks: better together?
With major firms such as Aviva among those to sever their network ties, how can broker networks remain attractive to potential members?
RSA emerging markets CEO Whittaker named group COO
RSA has appointed its chief executive of emerging markets Paul Whittaker to the role of group chief operating officer.
RSA will not replace departing CMO Markey
RSA has no plans to recruit a new chief marketing officer when long-time incumbent Pete Markey departs on April 25.
Marsh France COO Cipiere to lead RSA's French business
RSA has appointed Marsh France chief operating officer Corinne Cipiere as its new managing director in France.
RSA rights issue receives subscriptions for 95.67% of shares
RSA chief executive Stephen Hester has welcomed “the successful outcome of our rights issue” after the insurer found subscribers for 96.67% of the new ordinary shares issued.
High-profile motor withdrawal touted after another tough year for the market
Analysts suggest further regulatory scrutiny could exacerbate sector’s troubles
Roundtable: Legal Reforms: Laspo: One year review
It is one year since the introduction of the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act and, more importantly for insurers, the Jackson reforms. Have they been a success or a failure?
Ex-RSA director Wilkinson takes on consultancy role at Perkins Slade
Former RSA mid-market regions director Dan Wilkinson has resurfaced at independent broker Perkins Slade where he will work on a consultancy basis to support delivery of the company’s business development strategy.
Lee and Brown took 2013 pay-cut with no bonus awards
RSA UK and Western Europe chief executive Adrian Brown and former group CEO Simon Lee saw their pay packets take a dive in 2013 after not receiving bonuses.
RSA launches £773m rights issue
RSA has launched a rights issue to raise £773m in proceeds - £748m net of expenses.
RSA prepares to launch £775m rights issue
RSA is set to launch a £775m rights issue this week according to reports.
BIA Countdown: 20 years of commercial lines
As part of Post’s countdown to the 20th anniversary of the British Insurance Awards in July, we spoke to commercial lines specialists who have experienced wins over the years, asking them how the industry has changed since the first BIAs in 1994.