Ascot Underwriting will begin underwriting international casualty insurance after hiring David Fitzpatrick, formerly of QBE, to spearhead the new portfolio.
He will serve as executive underwriter for international casualty.
Fitzpatrick has more than 24 years of underwriting experience and joins Ascot from QBE European operations where he was director of international casualty.
Andrew Brooks, chief executive officer of Ascot said, "I am delighted that David is joining Ascot and bringing his wealth of experience and expertise to spearhead our new direct International Casualty portfolio."
Fitzpatrick said: "I am excited to be joining such a successful company. With Ascot's strong brand and reputation for excellence it is ideally positioned to enter this specialty market."