Willis reveals new UK P&C pricing, underwriting head following key exit

Global broker  Willis Towers Watson (WTW) has appointed a new UK head of P&C pricing, product, claims and underwriting as Graham Wright has decided to take on a new challenge outside of the company.

Tim Rourke (pictured) will take on the role within WTW's Insurance Consulting and Technology business, where he most recently served as head of intermediated insurance and distribution.

Rourke has over 20 years’ insurance industry experience. Before joining WTW, he held a number of senior roles at LV=, including head of broker pricing and head of personal lines underwriting, where he delivered business transformation to maximise the benefits achieved from broker partnerships.

Stephen Jones, UK P&C consulting lead at Willis Towers Watson, said: “Tim has a proven track record and brings with him an outstanding reputation within the insurance industry and a wealth of knowledge of the specialist risks unique to the UK market and the innovative solutions being sought by our clients during this time of rapidly accelerating change.”

Duncan Anderson, global leader, insurance technology at Willis Towers Watson, added: “This senior appointment is a clear demonstration of our strategy to invest in industry-leading talent and build on the sustained success of our P&C business. We wish Graham well and look forward to Tim’s energy, expertise and leadership, which will prove invaluable as we continue to innovate and develop propositions that help our clients unlock their growth potential.”

Rourke commented: “I am excited to be taking on this new role and look forward to continuing to work with one of the industry’s most talented insurance and technology teams. We are well placed to build on our strong track record in UK P&C business by harnessing Willis Towers Watson’s vast capability, unparalleled bench strength and cutting-edge technology capabilities to deliver solutions that will help our clients to quickly adapt and transform their operations in order to take advantage of emerging opportunities for profitable growth.”

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