QBE unveils new head of claims for UK casualty business

QBE has hired Donna Claydon as head of UK casualty claims.

Claydon previously spent 15 years at AXA, holding a number of roles from claims unit manager to liability claims operations manager.

She was eventually appointed head of travel, creditor and lifestyle claims in 2010.

Claydon will report directly to QBE's claims director, Andrew McBride, who said: “We are delighted that Donna has joined QBE.

"Her extensive experience and track record will help us to develop further our excellent claims management capability.

"This is an exciting time for the development of our claims service at QBE."

Craig Bennett, QBE's head of UK & Ireland, casualty added: “Donna is an excellent addition to our strong UK team."

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