XL Group has appointed Louise Dennerstahl to head up its international professional insurance business, which covers the markets in Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Ms. Dennerstahl is based in London, U.K., reporting to Bernard Horovitz, chief executive of XL Group's global professional business.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Horovitz said, “Over her career Louise has driven the evolution of financial lines products. She has seen firsthand how the risks have evolved and has responded with innovative solutions. She has a great knowledge of the international market beyond Europe, having successfully led development into the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America in her previous roles. This experience, gained over two decades in the insurance market, combined with her proven talent, positions her ideally to lead our international professional business.”

Ms. Dennerstahl joins XL Group from Zurich Insurance plc, where she held the position of chief executive officer for the Nordic region. She holds a L.L.M. (Master of Law) from the University of Stockholm, Sweden.