WTW global markets makes key hire from Aon in P&C expansion move

Global broker  WTW has made a key hire from Aon for its global markets direct & facultative practice as it continues to expand its property and casualty (P&C) business.

Matt Grimwade (pictured) joins WTW as client relationship director for large and complex risks, reporting into Garret Gaughan, head of global markets direct & facultative.

Grimwade was formerly head of EMEA business development at Aon.

In his new role, Grimwade will be responsible for complex property placements for clients within the global markets direct & facultative line of business. He will provide clients with access to the global marketplace to develop advanced risk solutions, and also be responsible for product development and new business growth.

Gaughan said: “We are delighted to welcome Matt to the WTW team. He brings over 25 years of extensive industry experience and his appointment coincides with the ongoing expansion of our global P&C business. Matt is well known to clients as well as markets. His appointment demonstrates our commitment to grow by providing a solution-oriented, innovative approach for our clients.

Grimwade commented: “This is an exciting time to be joining WTW. I was drawn by the way the teams work collaboratively across the globe, which I believe is a real differentiator. This enables us to drive the best solutions for our clients by focussing on their needs without distraction.”

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