Allianz appoints motor underwriting manager in UK

Allianz Insurance has appointed David Harris as its new regional motor underwriting manager for UK Midlands and the South West region.

Harris joined Allianz in 2002, and has held a variety of roles, working in a mixture of motor fleet and underwriting account management, holding his most recent position for 15 years as motor manager in the Luton Office.

In his new role, Harris will have responsibility for creating and driving the strategy for motor fleet business in the Midlands and South West region.

Allianz’s regional manager, Midlands and South West, Jason Howes said: “David has been a hugely successful motor manager in our Luton branch for a number of years and it’s a great pleasure to welcome him to the team.

“He brings to the role a wealth of underwriting knowledge and trading skills, mixed with excellent relationships with brokers and leadership qualities, all of which will make him a great asset for the region.”

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