Dual UK adds Allianz, Chubb hires to underwriting and distribution teams

By Rebecca Delaney

Feb 4 - (The Insurer) - Howden's MGA arm Dual has made several appointments across its UK underwriting and distribution functions, including Steve Kelly as managing director for construction.

In this role, Kelly will be responsible for growing Dual's existing construction portfolio as well as exploring opportunities for expansion into new areas, including power generation.

He joins Dual following nine years at Allianz, where he was head of construction and power underwriting.

Elsewhere, James Ramira has been named managing director for regional P&C and social care, expanding on his current responsibilities leading Dual's social care and commercial underwriting teams.

Ramira joined Dual in 2014, specialising in broking and underwriting functions for the niche social care space.

Lastly, Georgie Petrou has been appointed head of strategic accounts, having most recently served as strategic development manager for the UK and Ireland at Chubb.

Commenting on the appointments, Dual UK CUO Catherine Dixon said: “It is an exciting time for MGAs as the composite insurers are actively seeking to provide risk capital for new opportunities. These appointments are part of our focus on building teams, securing capacity and defining our market offering.

“As we continue to build out our specialisms, it is key that we ensure we are joining up with our broker partners effectively so that they can benefit from our full range of propositions. Steve, James and Georgie bring invaluable experience and expertise at this opportune time.”

Rob Corner, chief distribution officer at Dual UK, added: “Steve, James and Georgie are all key additions to the business and will lead engagement with our most significant trading partners. Their appointments reflect the fact Dual is actively recruiting new talent, while we remain committed to developing our talent into senior positions within the business.”