Willis Towers Watson reveals leadership change in Singapore and South Asia

Broker Willis Towers Watson has unveiled key leadership appointments in Singapore and South Asia to explore strategic growth opportunities in the region.

Leng Leng Ng has been appointed country leader for Singapore, in addition to her current position as head of corporate risk and broking (CRB) in Singapore.

Leng Ng takes over the position held by Vivek Nath, who will move to head Willis Towers Watson’s CRB business in South and Southeast Asia. He will operate in a dual capacity as head of South Asia. WTW’s South Asia business encompasses countries in ASEAN and the Indian sub-continent.

In the new leadership positions, Nath will work with WTW’s country and CRB leaders across ASEAN and India to strengthen its portfolio of businesses, advance strategic initiatives and enhance relationships across key client segments and insurers to drive profitable growth.

Leng Ng will be responsible for working with various business leaders across the company to identify an effective sales and client management strategy in Singapore, leveraging on client relationships across WTW’s people and risk businesses.

Leng Ng has 17 years of experience in insurance broking and underwriting in Singapore and across Asia. Nath has been with WTW for the last 14 years, having held several leadership positions in the company, including as managing director for WTW’s country portfolios including India, Malaysia, Singapore and South Asia.

Scott Burnett, head of Asia and head of CRB Asia, said: “The South Asian countries including Singapore continue to be key markets in our Asia portfolio, and one where we hold significant opportunities for strategic growth. At the same time, we continue to grow our regional talent base and expertise by adding new leaders throughout our organisation in Asia.

"Both Leng Leng and Vivek bring extensive experience and diversity to complement our team of experienced leaders. Their new and additional roles will enhance our advisory and execution capabilities, strengthening the delivery of our client offerings and innovative risk management solutions to help clients stay resilient and navigate a rapidly evolving landscape in Asia.”