Following executive shuffles at top firms is Zurich next on the list? Backchat hears from one well placed source that Sandy Leitch, who runs Zurich Financial Services in the UK, was a bit put out that he was overlooked for the top job in Switzerland when Hüppi moved on.

But this could be good news for Patrick O'Sullivan, the genial head of Zurich's general insurance business in the UK.

O'Sullivan is understood to be the first reserve for the top spot.

The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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