James Cowen
James is the news editor at Insurance Times and joined the publication after several years working as a reporter.
His career began in 2019, when he joined a local north London newspaper after graduating from the University of Sheffield with a first-class honours degree in journalism.
He took up the position of deputy news editor at Insurance Times in March 2023, before being promoted to his current role in May 2024.
James has a particular focus on motor, M&A activity and financial reporting.
Outside of work, James supports Arsenal, enjoys watching Formula 1, talks about the key news going on in the motorsport for his video blog and unsurprisingly is a keen go-karter.
Contact info
- Tel:
- +44 (0)20 7618 3076
- Email:
- james.cowen@insurancetimes.co.uk
NewsHowden completes $703m bond raise
’The proceeds of this transaction will primarily be used to fund identified growth opportunities in the US and transformation projects at group level,’ says broker
NewsCompare Insurance acquires book of clients from Insure My Business
’While our primary focus is always on organic growth, when the right opportunity arises, we love acquiring high-quality books of business and onboarding them into our digital platform,’ says chief executive
NewsEast-Suffolk-based commercial broker rebrands after acquisition
The brand will be introduced across client communications, digital channels, the Ipswich office and Ipswich business community in the coming weeks
NewsZurich’s anticipated acquisition of Beazley could ‘accelerate market consolidation’
’A combined Zurich–Beazley could prompt competitive responses from other global carriers and Lloyd’s participants,’ says analyst
NewsZurich agrees £8bn takeover terms for Beazley
’Zurich looks forward to commencing its confirmatory due diligence on Beazley and working with Beazley towards a binding offer announcement,’ says insurer
NewsFCA not planning any market-wide action on premium finance as policyholders save £157m
’While we’re not planning any market-wide changes, we won’t hesitate to act if firms fall short of our expectations as we continue to monitor fair value,’ says director
NewsInsurance law firm acquires loss adjuster’s legal services arm
’For our people, this opportunity represents the chance to lead and focus on the legal sector innovation,’ says president
NewsToyota launches new short-term motor insurance product
’People’s needs change over time and our role is to provide protection that evolves with them,’ says chief executive
NewsMarsh names new UK chief executive
’I look forward to working with our colleagues and clients as we turn these risks into opportunities and support their future growth,’ says appointee
NewsAgeas UK hires new CTO after Esure acquisition
’This is a huge opportunity to build a future-forward technology foundation that supports faster innovation and delivers even better experiences for our customers and our people,’ says chief executive
NewsThe London market and UK regional market insurers that have won awards for service
’In an increasingly competitive market, superior service remains a critical differentiator for sustainable growth,’ says managing director
NewsStaffordshire Football Association partners with broker
’We’re proud to strengthen our association with Staffs FA and continue supporting local people and the communities we serve,’ says sales and development director
NewsHDI Global UK and Ireland appoints new chief underwriting officer for long tail
’His promotion is testament to the impact he has already made within our underwriting organisation,’ says interim chief executive
NewsArch launches event cancellation cyber coverage
’This coverage was developed in response to the growing demand for cyber cover for events as the risk of malicious cyber activity facing event organisers rises,’ says head
NewsHowden acquires broker to expand in Channel Islands
’The acquisition strengthens our ability to service the full spectrum of clients in Jersey and Guernsey, from corporates to high net worth individuals,’ says managing director
NewsClear Group-owned Brokerbility acquires Gauntlet AR Network and Gauntlet Retail Brokers
Brokerbility says deal ’creates a powerful new partner for independent insurance brokers at every stage of their journey’
NewsKonsileo appoints Lickens as new chair following Clear Group departure
’Having his deep market insights and intuition for culture and client excellence in broking really augments our board,’ says chief executive
NewsHowden appoints new director of sponsorships
’Her promotion reflects her proven leadership, deep expertise and the impact she has made in our sponsorship activities across Howden,’ says group chief corporate affairs officer
NewsAviva chief executive Blanc invited to meet chancellor at Treasury
’Under her leadership, female representation in senior finance roles has risen,’ says chancellor
NewsMNK Group hires new group treasury director
’I am delighted to have joined MNK Group as its first group treasury director at such an ambitious and fast‑growing time for the business,’ says appointee
