Amlin has appointed James Few as global managing director of reinsurance, effective August 1, 2015 (subject to regulatory approval).
The company said that Mr. Few would be supported by Christian Bieri, who continues to lead Amlin's reinsurance business in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region, as well as Dominic Peters and Robert Wyatt, who jointly lead the North American and international regions.
Mr. Few joined Amlin from Aspen Re, where he was chief executive officer and a founding member of the Aspen team. Simon Beale, Amlin's chief underwriting officer said, “I am delighted to be able to welcome James to Amlin and believe his expertise will prove extremely valuable to our reinsurance business as we look to implement our longer term strategic objectives to enhance our offering.”
Mr. Few commented, “Amlin has a fantastic reinsurance business with an excellent team, and I am looking forward to becoming part of that. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for the business, and am committed to helping build upon the progress which has already been made.”
Charles Philipps, Amlin's chief executive, added, “Amlin's vision is to be the global reference point for quality in our markets and I believe we will achieve this ambition due to our strong foundations, superior financial strength, and the calibre of our people. James will be an excellent addition to Amlin's leadership team and I know that he will ensure our reinsurance business is well positioned for the future.”
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