Markel taps Euler Hermes talent to expand in surety market

Markel International, a subsidiary of  Markel Corporation, has hired a senior underwriter from trade credit insurer Euler Hermes as part of its growth plans to strengthen its position in the surety market.

Robert O’Connor-Mitchell (pictured) has been appointed as a senior surety underwriter.

Previously, O’Connor-Mitchell worked at trade credit insurance and surety firm Euler Hermes for nearly 12 years. During this time, O’Connor-Mitchell worked with a range of surety products in the UK and Irish markets, which served many industries, including construction and energy.

Reporting to Damian Manning, head of surety at Markel International, O’Connor-Mitchell’s primary duties will involve promoting Markel’s surety product offerings and underwriting to new and existing clients. Additionally, alongside Manning, and Jonathan Finch, senior underwriter of surety at Markel International, he will support the surety team by bringing expertise from different markets to achieve its growth plans in 2022 and beyond.

Manning said: “I am very excited for Robert to be joining our experienced surety team. He is highly regarded and respected in the surety market and will bring a wealth of experience to his new role. He will be a key and influential member of the surety team and will be empowered to continue building upon the success we have had since the team’s inception in 2017.”

O’Connor-Mitchell added: “I am delighted to be joining a highly-respected group in Markel and contributing to the success of the ambitious surety team over the coming years. Markel’s values of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement provide an exciting work environment, aimed at delivering excellent customer service. I look forward to carrying on that tradition.”

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