Chubb appoints new claims director for Europe and Eurasia & Africa

Property/casualty insurer Chubb has appointed Julie Chalmers as claims director for Europe and Eurasia & Africa, replacing Steve Parry, who is leaving the company.

In her new role, Julie will have overall responsibility for the strategy and delivery of Chubb's claims services in these regions. She will continue to be based in London and will report to David Furby, regional president, Chubb European Group and also to Andrew McBride, executive vice president of claims for Chubb Overseas General.

Chalmers was previously senior vice president claims, financial lines and personal risk services, Chubb Overseas General - the company's international general insurance operation. She joined Chubb 14 years ago.

"I am delighted to promote Julie to this important role. Drawing on her wealth of knowledge of claims, her insights from within our business and the insurance industry as a whole, she is expertly placed to continue to lead our claims teams as we deliver a superior experience and continue our journey of claims excellence," said Furby.

Andrew McBride, executive vice president of claims for Chubb Overseas General, said: "Julie is highly respected within the industry and her leadership will help to further strengthen our award-winning claims service for all our customers across both of these regions."

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