Convex taps ‘exceptional’ leader as new group CFO amid C-suite shuffle

Specialty re/insurer  Convex Group has unveiled key leadership changes, including the appointment of a new chief financial officer who brings “exceptional actuarial and leadership capabilities” to the role having held numerous senior positions at Catlin, XL Catlin and  Zurich during his 30+ year re/insurance career.

Brian Bissett (Pictured) has been named the new group chief finance officer (CFO) of Convex with immediate effect. Based in London, he will report to Paul Brand, CEO of the company.

Bissett takes over the role from Benji Meuli who will be stepping aside to become chief investment officer (CIO) of Convex. Meuli will remain on the board, and will continue to represent the investment function.

In his new role, Bissett will be responsible for overseeing the Convex finance function, while retaining responsibility for the data and the actuarial teams.

Bissett joined Convex at its inception in 2019 as group chief actuary. He has more than 30 years of experience in the data and actuarial sector within the re/insurance industry and has held numerous senior positions at Catlin, XL Catlin and Zurich. He is also a fellow of the Institute of Actuaries.

Brand said: “Brian has been instrumental in not only building and leading Convex’s successful actuarial and claims functions but in orchestrating Convex’s data agenda. His exceptional actuarial and leadership capabilities make his promotion to CFO a natural and well-deserved step. With his financial acumen and sterling reputation, Brian exemplifies the high standards that Convex practices and I am confident he will continue to make a positive and lasting impact on Convex’s future successes.

“I would like to thank Benji for his outstanding work and his contribution to Convex’s growth.  I am delighted that we will still benefit from his extensive expertise in his new role of CIO.”

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