‘Her leadership will be instrumental as we evolve our claims offering,’ says head
Liberty Specialty Markets has appointed Niala Butt as its new head of casualty claims for the UK.
Butt will lead the insurer’s casualty claims function, with a focus on trend analysis, operational efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
According to Liberty, her industry knowledge and experience working directly with insureds will support the business’s aim to deliver “greater claims value across the insurance lifecycle”.
She will be based in London and report to Nik Mahida, head of third-party claims for the UK and Mena at Liberty.
Butt’s background
Scott Kellers, head of UK and Mena claims at Liberty, said: “Butt brings an extraordinary depth of experience to this new role and her leadership will be instrumental as we evolve our claims offering.
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“Her industry knowledge and market profile will be a major asset to Liberty and our clients. We are proud to have a diverse claims leadership team, reflecting the diversity of our clients and their specific needs.”
Butt brings more than 28 years of industry experience to the role and most recently served as casualty claims manager at CNA Hardy for three years.
She began her career as a liability and property underwriter before moving into senior claims roles across medical malpractice, operations and international risks.
She is also an active contributor to industry diversity and professional development efforts, serving on the Lloyd’s Market Association General Liability Committee, leading the Ethnic Women in Insurance Network, and participating in Chartered Insurance Institute committees focused on innovation and inclusion.
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