Argo adds underwriter to casualty division

Lloyd's insurer Argo International has appointed Richard Smart as deputy underwriter of its casualty division.

Smart joins Argo International from Newline Underwriting Management, where he was most recently head of professional indemnity, a role he has held for the last five years. In this position, he was responsible for managing an account encompassing both primary and excess business.

Prior to Newline, he worked as an underwriter at both Denham Syndicate Management Ltd and BP Theakston & Others.

At Argo International, Smart will assist in the management and development of all lines of business.

"Richard has an excellent understanding of the Lloyd’s market and he will make a valuable contribution to the development of our Casualty business,” Argo International chief executive Julian Enoizi said.

“His appointment is the latest step in the ongoing drive to widen our expertise and enhance our proposition of quality underwriting and service for brokers.”