Lloyd's insurer Mitsui grows underwriting team

Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s has made five appointments in its underwriting team.

Chris Bottomley has been appointed as underwriting manager for property and Richard Nathan is promoted to head of corporate property.

They will be joined by Kevin Galer from CNA in the near future, the insurer added.

John Steel, previously at Jubilee, has joined the motor team.

Richard Bridges, who is currently at Chubb, has been appointed hull underwriter and will join the Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s marine team.

Mitsui Sumitomo at Lloyd’s chief executive Andrew McKee said: “Ours is a business that attracts and develops exceptional talent. I am thrilled to welcome our new colleagues and delighted to congratulate Chris and Richard.

"I think these appointments underline our bench strength and our commitment to consistent improvement and the delivery of truly exceptional client service.”