Jon Houghton moves from QBE

ACE UK has appointed Jon Houghton as regional manager corporate risks for the Southern region.

His appointment completes the company’s senior team in the corporate segment.

Houghton joins ACE from QBE where he was head of strategic development in its property division.

He will be responsible for the overall performance of the region which covers London and the South East of England.

Houghton said: “ACE has a strong reputation for its specialty lines products, underwriting expertise and service capabilities.

"My focus will be on growing the large to mid corporate segment within the Southern region."

He will report to Pat Drinan, director of corporate risk, ACE UK & Ireland.

Drinan said: “Jon’s appointment not only completes our senior regional team but also affirms our commitment to brokers who handle large to mid corporate clients.

"His expertise and experience will play an important role in driving the corporate segment forward."

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