Ketih Hector joins insurer to take charge of southern regions

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Covéa has appointed Keith Hector as its new head of regions – south.

Hector has more than 25 years experience in the industry and joins Covéa after working as a consultant for insurance companies, networks, brokers and managing general agencies. He has previously worked for AXA where he was distribution director, commercial intermediary.

In the newly created role, Hector will report to commercial lines director Simon Cooter and will be based in London. He will be responsible for the regional underwriting teams and developing broker relationships in the region.

Cooter said: “I’m delighted that we have been able to attract somebody of Keith’s calibre and market reputation to complete our commercial lines leadership team. His contacts in the broker community, together with a track record of success in the commercial lines market will be invaluable in driving our profitable growth ambitions.”

Hector said: “I’m delighted to be joining the Covéa Insurance team. It is clear to me that there is a strong commitment to grow the business and make a real and positive impact in the market. The opportunity to be a key part of this was ultimately too exciting to resist.”