New chief underwriting officer will report to Fidelis Underwriting Limited chief executive Daniel Burrows

Fidelis has appointed a new chief underwriting officer of Fidelis Underwriting Limited (FUL) from within.

Richard Coulson, who has been with Fidelis since June 2015, will take on the position.

Coulson was previously head of specialty, until he was promoted to director of FUL underwriting in 2017.

In the past, he has worked at RK Harrison, MMC Capital at Marsh, Hiscox, and most recently JLT.

Coulson will report to FUL chief executive Daniel Burrows.

Burrows commented on Coulson’s promotion: “Rich has ably demonstrated his underwriting acumen and a talent for developing innovative products. He has been integral to the success and growth of FUL’s business. I am delighted to confirm his appointment to this role.”

 

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