Beazley seeks CFO as Bride leaves

Specialist insurer Beazley has started a search for a new group finance director to replace Martin Bride.

Bride, who joined Beazley as group finance director in April 2009 has informed the board of his decision to retire in the second quarter of 2019.

In order to ensure an orderly transition and appropriate handover, Beazley’s nomination committee will undertake a comprehensive search process to identify a replacement, which will start immediately, the company said.

Beazley also announced that Catherine Woods has been appointed to the nomination and remuneration committees with effect from October 1, 2018.

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