Willis unveils new role for McManus

Willis has named Brendan McManus as chief executive of Willis Limited in addition to his current role as boss of Willis UK & Ireland.

Rodney Baker-Bates is also joining the board as an independent non-executive chairman of Willis Limited, the principal UK broking company of Willis Group, subject to FSA approval.

McManus and Baker-Bates will succeed the previous chairman and chief exectuve of Willis Limited, David Margrett, who was recently named chief executive of Willis International.

Baker-Bates's career in the financial services industry has included roles at Glyn Mills & Co, Arthur Andersen, Chase Manhattan Bank, Midland Bank Plc, the BBC and Prudential.

Baker-Bates also served as a non-executive Director of C. Hoare & Co from 2000-2010. He currently holds a number of other chairman and non-executive directorships.

McManus has been chief executive of Willis UK & Ireland since 2007 after joining from RSA. .

Willis Group chairman and chief executive Joe Plumeri, said: “Willis is committed to the highest standards of corporate governance and integrity, and this is reflected in the appointment of seasoned leaders of the calibre of Rodney and Brendan.

"Willis Limited is an integral part of the group and Rodney’s extensive experience in financial risk management and governance, coupled with Brendan’s vast knowledge of the UK insurance landscape, will further strengthen our company.”