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Former Ardonagh leader joins Arrowhead as international chief executive

2025-12-03T12:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’I am looking forward to joining the team and leading the international platform in the next stage of growth and talent development,’ says appointee

Graham Stait: Allianz’s motor trade revamp and target to become ‘easiest to do business with’

2025-12-03T08:00:00+00:00By Harry McNeil

Allianz’ director for UK markets lays out why the insurer is doubling down on mid-market motor trade, where AI is reshaping underwriting discipline and how broker expectations are driving a major service overhaul

New venture launched to help brokers grow, acquire and expand

2025-12-03T07:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’Access to capital can often be the difference between standing still and moving forward,’ says managing director

Westfield makes senior hire as it prepares 2026 cyber rollout

2025-12-02T13:01:00+00:00By Harry McNeil

‘The cyber market is an area ripe for investment and profitability,’ says divisional director

Arch Insurance makes three senior hires for motor fleet and trade teams

2025-12-02T11:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’Their depth of experience and technical expertise will support our growth aspirations and strengthen our presence in the motor fleet and trade sectors,’ says director of underwriting

Africa’s largest non-life insurer gains Lloyd’s access and fills out syndicate leadership

2025-12-01T11:29:00+00:00By George McDade

‘We are excited to receive permission to underwrite and look forward to opening for business,’ says chief executive

Broker appoints ex-Beazley leader as head of data

2025-12-01T09:00:00+00:00By Yiannis Kotoulas

’With his breadth of experience across data and data architecture, he will be a real asset to the team as we enhance our capabilities and support better outcomes for our clients and people,’ says firm’s chief information officer

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2025-11-28T15:00:00+00:00By Insurance Times

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 24 November to 28 November 2025.

The biggest people moves this week

2025-11-28T13:00:00+00:00By Harry McNeil

Insurance Times rounded up the most significant appointments, promotions and leadership changes from 24 to 28 November 2025.

Pen Underwriting appoints six in marine leadership reshuffle

2025-11-28T10:00:00+00:00By George McDade

‘All those appointed today to take on pivotal practice roles have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities,’ says managing director

Nicola Holmes: Schemes leader bringing insurer know-how to broker business with ‘energy, optimism, influence’

2025-11-28T08:00:00+00:00By Katie Scott

Divisional director leaves insurer days behind as ‘the culture, the people [and] the growth ambition’ of specialist intermediary lures her into broking

Partners& enters Lloyd’s market with broker acquisition

2025-11-28T07:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’This acquisition represents our first step in building our Lloyd’s broking business,’ says chief executive

Hood Group announces leadership reshuffle as chief executive steps down

2025-11-27T14:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’It has been a privilege to lead Hood Group and to work with such a committed and talented team,’ says boss

Apollo promotes for new head of MET as Mason steps down

2025-11-27T12:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’His leadership, technical insight and commitment have left an enduring legacy and we wish him every success in his well-earned retirement,’ says group chief underwriting officer

New London based insurance intermediary group launches with ex-Kentro leader as boss

2025-11-27T09:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’We will be looking to acquire in the broad international insurance intermediary space and already have a rich pipeline of M&A opportunities in play,’ says leader

Former Jensten wholesale managing director joins MGA as chief executive

2025-11-26T11:00:00+00:00By James Cowen

’His forward-thinking leadership and industry expertise will cement our current industry standing and elevate our company to the next level of success,’ says MGA

Aventum-owned MGA adds cyber expertise to new London unit

2025-11-25T13:00:00+00:00By Harriet Scott

’We look forward to the expertise and energy she will bring to our expanding global cyber capabilities,’ says global chief executive

New London-based ART MGA launches with ex-Allianz leader as boss

2025-11-25T10:59:00+00:00By James Cowen

’Across the market, we’re seeing growing demand for structured solutions that bridge the gap between traditional (re)insurance and capital markets,’ says boss

Neal set to be paid $2.7m by AIG despite not joining insurer

2025-11-25T09:43:00+00:00By James Cowen

Neal was due to join AIG in December 2025

High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week

2025-11-21T15:00:00+00:00

Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 17 November to 21 November 2025.

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