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BI ruling and Covid impact drive claims vacancy boom
Job adverts for claims roles are on the up, research has suggested, with the business interruption ruling a likely driver.
Bupa's Iain McMillan looks at how to attract and retain a happy workforce
In a white-hot labour market, Iain McMillan, director of distribution at Bupa UK Insurance, asks what is the key to maintaining talent retention and attraction, and managing an employee health and wellbeing strategy during a period of post-pandemic…
DLG CEO Penny James appointed co-chair of FTSE Women Leaders Review
Direct Line Group CEO Penny James has been named co-chair of the FTSE Women Leaders Review.
60 seconds with... Helen Bancroft, Allianz
Helen Bancroft, casualty account manager at Allianz, tells Post which feisty 'Southern Belle' she'd love to be, and why she couldn't live without her garden.
FCA staff back strike action in Unite ballot
Staff at the Financial Conduct Authority have voted in favour of striking over proposed changes to pay and conditions, the trade union Unite has announced.
Lloyd’s HQ closed for day as Extinction Rebellion blocks entrances
Lloyd’s has closed its headquarters for the day as protesters from Extinction Rebellion blocked entrances into the building.
Pen's Tom Downey says MGA sector's secret sauce is its recipe for success
Tom Downey, CEO Pen Underwriting, believes the managing general agents sector is in rude health and discusses what he believes could be its 'secret sauce'.
Charlotte Halkett appointed as Many Pets CUO
Many Pets, formerly known as Bought By Many, has appointed Charlotte Halkett to its newly-created chief underwriting officer.
Editor's comment: Walk the walk on ESG
Last August the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report warned that ‘unless there are immediate, rapid and large-scale reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, limiting warming to close to 1.5°C or even 2°C will be beyond reach’.
Dual appoints European executive chairman to spearhead 'hire and acquire' strategy
Howden-owned managing general agent Dual has appointed Maurizio Ghilosso as executive chair of its European business.
McPhail swaps Zurich for Keoghs
Calum McPhail, formerly head of liability claims at Zurich, has left the insurer to join Keoghs as strategy consultant on a part-time basis.
Interview: Kelly Ogley, A-Plan
Four months after stepping up to the role of CEO at A-Plan, Kelly Ogley tells Pamela Kokoszka about her three passions, discusses the growth plans for the broker, and reveals how it has managed to remain relevant for the past 58 years
FCA reforms authorisation process as it continues recruitment push
The Financial Conduct Authority has said it is committed to bring a more robust and efficient authorisation process and confirmed it has reformed its authorisation process with more decisions now taken by individual senior managers rather than by…
Aviva names RSA’s Charlotte Jones CFO
Aviva has appointed Charlotte Jones as chief financial officer starting in September.
Enoizi joins Guy Carpenter in global role
Guy Carpenter has appointed Julian Enoizi as global head of public sector.
Lloyd’s CEO John Neal hospitalised after weekend collision
Lloyd’s CEO John Neal is in hospital with serious injuries after he was involved in a collision with a car on Saturday while cycling.
Markel UK hires director of underwriting from Hiscox
Markel UK has named Mark Plews as director of underwriting, joining from Hiscox.
RSA adopts trans-inclusive policy for UK staff
RSA has recently launched a new policy to support trans-identified and transitioning staff, and ensure their colleagues have the right tools and resources to be effective allies.
Qmetric CEO Suri exits as former Axa personal lines boss steps up
Sanchit Suri, former CEO of Policy Expert owner Qmetric, has left the business with immediate effect, Post can reveal.
Verisk to launch investigation after conference photo met with criticism
Verisk is to launch an internal investigation and conduct a review of future trade show plans after it drew criticism for a photo shared on social media by one of its business unit leaders.
Blog: Effective innovation is driven by key initiatives, as well as visible leadership, clear direction and planning
Long-term thinking is key to business success, but as Harvey Wade, founder and managing director of Innovate 21, explains, more key ingredients are required to make innovation work.
Pool Re appoints Tom Clementi as CEO
Former MS Amlin Underwriting CEO Tom Clementi will join Pool Re as CEO in April.
Markerstudy rejoins Biba after 2017 split
Markerstudy has rejoined the British Insurance Brokers’ Association following its 2017 split from the trade body.
Briefing: Lloyd’s finally proves its mettle on harassment clampdown with record fine
Lloyd’s of London has now proved it is willing to walk the walk as it fined Atrium £1m over harassment and bullying charges.