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Howden appoints new chief commercial officer
’The scale of opportunity through a combined commercial strategy is huge I am honoured to be asked to take on this role and in having the support across the group to do so,’ says appointee
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Uinsure appoints ex-Markerstudy leader as new chief trading officer
’Uinsure has scaled significantly over the last few years and the opportunity for our insurer partners has naturally grown with it,’ says appointee
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Oak Global launches portfolio underwriting unit at Lloyd’s
‘Oak Partnerships is an exciting expansion of Oak Global’s offering to the market,’ says founder and chief executive
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Aviva appoints ex-Chaucer UK chief executive as managing director for GCS
’I’m looking forward to working with colleagues, brokers and clients to help shape the next chapter of its success,’ says appointee
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FCA confirms permanent FOS chair
’His extensive experience across financial services, regulation and public service organisations will be invaluable,’ says chair
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Ageas and Esure add two non-executive directors to boards
’Their insight and independent challenge will be invaluable in helping the board oversee the next phase of integration,’ says chair
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High Five: Catch up on the biggest stories this week
Insurance Times rounds up the top five stories making headlines across the market from 5 to 9 October 2026
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the most significant appointments, hires and leadership developments from 5 to 9 October 2026
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New wholesale broker focusing on property and casualty launches
’We have the right proposition, the experience and the commitment to providing the service the market needs now,’ says team leader
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Seventeen appoints ex-Howden and Gallagher leaders to executive team
’To be able to attract such talent to our group is strong validation of our business, our culture and the exciting future ahead,’ says chief executive
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Jensten Group names new chief executive as Organ steps down
’I am delighted to welcome him, one of the most respected and successful leaders in our market who brings a unique understanding of brokers, insurance carriers, M&A and technology,’ says chair
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Markerstudy promotes for new chief operating officer
’Having worked intensively on our integration and change strategy over the past two years, I embrace this opportunity,’ says appointee
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Broker appoints ex-Verlingue executive as co-founder and managing director
’He’s leaving the security of an established national broker to help build an independent business from an early stage and that says a great deal about his belief in what we can create together,’ says founder
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MGA Crux makes two senior leadership appointments
‘Crux has built a strong foundation with talented underwriting teams, aligned capital partners and a clear vision for the future,’ says new appointee
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Russell White: Peach set to become main driver of premium across NPA Insurance
’Peach will become more than 50% of the insurance company premium across all of NPA Insurance,’ says chief executive
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Tokio Marine Kiln appoints head of energy as it targets further growth
’I’m looking forward to working with brokers and clients to build on the strong platform already in place,’ says new head of energy
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Policy Expert appoints ex-Convex leader as new chief financial officer
’I look forward to joining such an excellent team and to the challenge of stepping into this role, helping to continue that momentum,’ says appointee
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Zurich promotes for new UK CUO
’Her deep understanding of our markets, combined with her focus on collaboration and innovation, will be critical as we continue to evolve our underwriting capabilities,’ says UK chief executive
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The biggest people moves this week
Insurance Times rounds up the most significant appointments, hires and leadership developments from 28 September to 2 October 2026
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MGA appoints ex-Covéa eTrade head to lead new schemes division
’There is a real opportunity to give brokers greater access to delegated underwriting,’ says appointee
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