BMS appoints ex-Aon boss as new chief broking officer

BMS Group has appointed Richard Dudley as its new group chief broking officer.

In his new role, Dudley will support the continued build-out of the firm’s London and Bermuda reinsurance platform and help grow its specialty business.

He will join BMS in December 2024 and report to chief executive Nick Cook.

Dudley said: “I look forward to joining this dynamic broker and contributing to this pivotal period of change and growth.

“As BMS continues its fast-paced development, I am eager to help the teams identify exciting new opportunities and solidify the group’s market position.”

Experience

Dudley has over 30 years of industry experience, including two decades in leadership roles.

He most recently held the position of global head of climate strategy at Aon and has previously served as chief executive of Aon’s commercial risk wholesale and specialty broking operations in London.

The appointee currently serves on the Council of Lloyd’s, where his responsibilities include chairing two market transformation committees.

Cook said: “Dudley brings an impressive wealth of experience and will play a key role in supporting BMS as it continues to grow.

“His vast expertise in both specialty and reinsurance, along with his relationships and history of working with colleagues, insurers, regulators and clients across the globe, will be instrumental as BMS expands its international footprint.”