Markel hires senior surety underwriter from Travelers

Specialty insurer Markel International has appointed Jonathan Finch as senior underwriter in its surety team in London.

Finch joins Markel from Travelers Insurance Company, where he was senior surety underwriter. He has previously held roles for RKH Specialty, Ace European Group and Aon Surety and Guarantee.

He has over 25 years of experience as a surety professional in the UK commercial and contract surety market.

Reporting to Damian Manning, head of surety, Finch will be responsible for the servicing and development of the surety portfolio.

Ewa Rose, managing director of trade credit, political risk and surety at Markel International, said: “The appointment of Jonathan reflects our growing appetite in the surety business and underlines our commitment to the market. Jonathan’s extensive and versatile experience, both in broking and underwriting, will make him a valuable asset to our team and its future success. We are delighted to have Jonathan on board and look forward to welcoming him to the team.”