Aon appoints UK chief broking officer for Commercial Risk, Health and Affinity

Global professional services firm Aon has appointed Helene Madell as chief broking officer for Commercial Risk Solutions, Health Solutions and Affinity in the UK.

Madell, currently chief broking officer for Commercial Risk Solutions, Health Solutions and Affinity for Aon in the Pacific region, will join the UK business on April 6, reporting to Julie Page, CEO, Aon UK Limited.

Madell has over 25 years of broking experience in both the London and Australian markets, where she has held a number of senior roles. Prior to joining Aon two years ago, she spent 13 years at Willis Towers Watson.

Madell will work in partnership with Laurence White, who will be taking on a new part-time role as chairman, UK Broking, Commercial Risk. White has been with Aon for over 30 years, and CBO for Commercial Risk Solutions, Health Solutions and Affinity for the last eight years.

Julie Page said: “I’m delighted that Helene will be joining us in the UK. Her record of delivering success in Australia, combined with her experience of the London market, will be key as we continue to drive a broking proposition that provides clients with unique access to the market and solutions.

“I’d like to thank Laurence for his ongoing contribution to Aon and look forward to seeing the results of the partnership that he and Helene will create.”

Madell said: “I am excited to be returning to the UK to work with Laurence and the team. In this changing market environment, I believe there is great opportunity to work with our carrier partners to deliver innovative solutions for our clients.”