Lloyd's broker Oneglobal appoints general counsel from JLT

Specialist independent Lloyd's broker and delegated authority specialist Oneglobal (formerly SSL Endeavour) has appointed Christopher Galyer as general counsel, subject to FCA approval.

Galyer is a senior legal professional with more than 20 years’ experience in legal leadership roles in insurance broking, latterly as head of group legal at JLT.

Galyer will report to CEO Mike Reynolds, who said: “Christopher Galyer is an impressive lawyer who has outstanding knowledge and experience of the demanding legal environment within the insurance industry. His legal and regulatory expertise together with his commercial approach will be a great asset as Oneglobal continues its fast-paced build out, while maintaining our focus on clients, and I look forward to working with him.”

Galyer commented: "I am excited at the opportunity to join Oneglobal, as it challenges the status quo in the broking industry. The insurance sector has a complex legal and regulatory framework to navigate and I’m looking forward to working with Mike and the team to ensure we do that successfully.”