13 June 2013 Insurance

HCC appoints chief underwriting officer

HCC Insurance Holdings has promoted Simon Button to chief underwriting officer for HCC International Insurance Company and Lloyd’s Syndicate 4141, reporting to Barry Cook.

“Simon’s promotion is the result of his outstanding performance and our confidence in his ability to lead our underwriting efforts across HCC’s London Market business lines,” said Cook.

Button, who started with HCC in 2000, has over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, including extensive energy underwriting and reinsurance experience. Most recently, he was head of Energy and Marine Underwriting.

“The International segment of our business is an important part of HCC’s long-term strategy and future development, and we are pleased that Simon plays such an integral role in the leadership of this part of HCC’s business,” said Christopher Williams, HCC’s chief executive officer.

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