Credit and political risk broker hires ex-WTW head as chief operating officer

Credit and political risk insurance (CPRI) broker BPL has appointed Emilia Levett as chief operating officer.

In her new role, Levett will work across the business globally, supporting the delivery of strategic priorities by harnessing data, artificial intelligence (AI) and technology propositions.

James Reynolds, group chief executive at BPL, said: “Levett is an outstanding addition to BPL’s leadership team.

”She combines deep market knowledge with a natural instinct for connecting strategy to delivery, with excellent results. She joins us at a pivotal moment for the business, with strong momentum behind our expansion, including our recent entry into Japan.

”I have no doubt Levett will play a central role in ensuring we continue to evolve in a considered way, led by our clients’ needs.”

Experience

Levett began her career in the insurance industry as a CPRI broker at WTW in 2019 and went onto to hold multiple roles with the firm.

She most recently served as head of strategy and execution, global direct and facultative.

Commenting on her appointment at BPL, Levett said: “BPL has long stood out to me as the leading broker in the CPRI market with specialist expertise and an exceptionally strong culture which inspires longevity.

”I am excited to work with colleagues across BPL and support impactful, sustainable and diverse growth as the business continues to go from strength to strength.”