Aon launches Accident, Health & Life practice group to harness growth for Reinsurance Solutions

Aon has created a global Accident, Health & Life practice group in its Reinsurance Solutions business to help insurers take advantage of growth opportunities in the sector.

The global professional services firm, which already provided a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions, said the new group would build on its current capabilities and global network.

Roger Smith will chair the new group. He was previously Head of Accident, Health & Life for EMEA in Aon’s Reinsurance Solutions business and has worked at the firm for more than 20 years.

Smith and the team will be responsible for scaling opportunities on a global basis, bringing together the best of the firm and delivering further value to clients, while working closely with Aon’s property and casualty brokers.

Nick Frankland, UK CEO of Aon’s Reinsurance Solutions business and executive sponsor for the practice group, said: “Whether tackling evolving healthcare regimes, negotiating annuity deals to free up capital or managing unpredictable catastrophic events, we are ready to help insurers grow in a competitive environment and help them develop capital strategies to embrace emerging opportunities.”

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