Brit unveils new hires from Chubb and Hiscox for private client offering

Specialty re/insurer Brit has made two new hires from Chubb and Hiscox for its  newly launched private client offering for brokers operating in the high and ultra-high net worth market.

Andrew Thorn joins as a senior underwriter and Alex Brice as an underwriter.

Thorn comes from Chubb where he was most recently technical account manager, overseeing the performance of the independent broker team and leading on high-value accounts. He brings over 15 years of experience and was at A Plan Insurance prior to Chubb.

Brice was previously at Hiscox, where he spent over 10 years, most recently as a senior development underwriter with his focus including high net worth homes, motor and overseas properties.

Matthew Wilson, CEO of Brit, said: “Since launch, Brit Private Client has generated good momentum and we’ve been encouraged by the positive market reception, supporting our view that there is a strong appetite for a genuine alternative to what is currently available. We have ambitions to grow into a meaningful player in this space and the further growth of the team through these new hires supports this.”

Tara Parchment, head of private clients, said: “Andrew and Alex are both excellent additions and I’m pleased to welcome them to the team. We want to differentiate Brit Private Client through the level of service we provide and our ability to create truly bespoke solutions for clients. Having a strong team is crucial to this, and I am therefore delighted that we are able to announce these two high quality appointments.”