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FCA raises concerns on D&I strategies
The Financial Conduct Authority has warned that firms’ diversity and inclusion strategies are not consistently based on a clear diagnosis of their specific circumstances and challenges, meaning actions and initiatives may not be appropriately focused.
FCA reveals ESG committee line-up
The Financial Conduct Authority has established an environmental, social and governance advisory committee to help the regulator execute its ESG-related responsibilities.
Stark FOI data reveals scale of broking’s gender diversity leadership gap
Broking’s lack of gender diversity in key senior management function roles has got worse since 2020 with the sector also falling behind the current low levels set by the FCA-regulated financial services industry, a Freedom of Information request by…
Ripe Thinking hires ex-Towergate duo to 'help drive growth'
Insurtech broker Ripe Thinking, has hired Simon Trott as chief operating officer and Rob Styring as chief financial officer.
People Moves: 5 - 9 December 2022
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Aon’s Jane Kielty named deputy chair at Biba
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has confirmed Aon’s chief commercial officer Jane Kielty will become its deputy chair on 1 January taking over from Laura Hancock.
Market Moves: December 2022
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Union calls for urgent action amid FCA staff morale “collapse”
The Financial Conduct Authority needs urgent staff reform amid a collapse in morale that means it cannot regulate effectively, union Unite has claimed.
Zurich names David Nichols UK head of retail after David Martin exit
Zurich has appointed David Nichols as UK head of retail moving across from being chief claims officer.
Aston Lark expands Early Careers Programme in national push
Aston Lark has launched the second wave of its Early Careers Programme and committed to expanding the number of recruits to up to 80 in 2023.
People Moves: 28 November - 2 December 2022
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Zurich UK names new head of UK commercial insurance
Zurich has announced Frank Streidl as the new UK head of commercial insurance, starting his position from 1 January 2023.
Tysers appoints former Chubb and Ace boss Andrew Kendrick as chair
Tysers Insurance Brokers has appointed Andrew Kendrick as non-executive chair, effective 1 December.
People Moves: 21-25 November 2022
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ABI publishes new Blueprint to help improve diversity and inclusion
The Association of British Insurers has published a new Blueprint which sets out a multi-year strategy and work plan to improve diversity, equity and inclusion across the insurance and long-term savings industry.
People Moves: 14-18 November 2022
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Q&A: Joanne Marriott – president of Nottingham Insurance Institute
Joanne Marriott has been part of the Nottingham Insurance Institute for 20 years. Elected president in 2021 Marriott was re-elected for a further year in 2022. In an exclusive Q&A with Insurance Age she tackles insurer service, attracting talent to the…
Ex-Policy Shop CEO Sean Byrne joins Got You Covered as MD
The Policy Shop founder and former CEO Sean Byrne has joined niche motor and personal lines insurance broker Got You Covered as managing director, reporting to CEO Rob Leigh.
Zurich becomes GAIN’s first Industry Transformer member
Zurich Insurance has become the Group for Autism, Insurance, Investment and Neurodiversity’s first Industry Transformer member.
People Moves: 7-11 November 2022
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Hiscox promotes trio from within to reshape broker leadership team
Hiscox has announced the appointment of James Stewart-Smith to broker sales director - a newly created role within the broker arm of its UK business. He will take up the role with immediate effect and be responsible for managing all seven regional…
Meet the MGA: Spring Insure
Spring co-founder and CEO Nathan Sewell explains why capacity alignment is key for his MGA and his fondness for ‘grafters’
John Dunn named MD of Brokerbility as Julie Rayson-Flynn departs
John Dunn has been appointed to the role of managing director of Brokerbility, with responsibility for leading the network as Julie Rayson-Flynn leaves after 15 years with the business.
LMG names Axa XL boss Sean McGovern as chair
The London Market Group has confirmed Sean McGovern, Axa XL’s CEO for the UK & Lloyd’s, as its next chair taking up the role on 1 January 2023.