New board recruit will lead brokers UK corporate and real estate businesses

Matt Harlin HW Wood Bluefin

HW Wood has appointed former Bluefin regional managing director Matt Harlin to its board.

Harlin will be responsible for leading the UK corporate and real estate division, based in London.

Harlin spent the past 11 years at SBJ and subsequently in Bluefin’s corporate business.

HW Wood director Steve Rudduck said: “Matt is a very significant appointment for HW Wood Limited as we continue to attract people with experience and credibility in the market. He has a strong track record of growing and developing teams who can target sophisticated insurance buyers.

“There is no doubt he will add value to our board and UK corporate and real estate teams which we are actively seeking to grow over the coming years.”

Harlin said: “This is an exciting challenge with a highly respected broker which is well positioned and committed to grow across the UK and Europe. HW Wood already boasts a depth of talent and expertise across the business and I am looking forward to working with and growing the team to develop our capabilities and position further.”