Lloyd’s re/insurance broker RFIB Group has appointed Martin Pyrke as deputy senior executive officer (SEO), Middle East.
He will be based in RFIB’s Dubai office and will report to Anthony Harris, SEO, Middle East.
Pyrke, who joined RFIB in 2009 to develop its Middle East reinsurance treaty business, brings nearly four decades’ insurance experience to his new role. Prior to his appointment at RFIB he spent six years developing Benfield’s Middle East account.
Jonathan Turnbull, chief executive officer of RFIB, said: “Since joining the RFIB team in 2009, Martin’s wealth of knowledge and experience has been a significant asset and I am pleased to announce his appointment as deputy SEO of our Middle East business. The Middle East is a key part of our growth strategy and with his extensive local market contacts and proven track record in the region, Martin will have an integral role in ensuring we realise our ambitions and develop the opportunities available to us.”