Sedgwick reshuffles UK and EMEA leadership following integration

Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk solutions, has made a number of changes to its senior leadership team in the UK. The moves follow the integration of the Sedgwick business, a process that started in 2018.

Stewart Steel, currently CEO of Sedgwick UK, Middle East & Africa, will oversee a newly combined operating division as CEO of Continental Europe, Middle East & Africa (CEMEA). He will also take on the new position of chairman of Sedgwick UK.

Paul White, currently deputy CEO of Sedgwick UK, has been promoted to lead the business as CEO of Sedgwick UK.

Finally, Neil Gibson, currently managing director of home claims & liability claim services of Sedgwick UK, has been appointed COO, Sedgwick UK.

“I am delighted to announce Stewart’s new role following his success in leading and integrating our UK company since our businesses came together in April of last year. Given his experience developing European claims operations over the past 15 years, I am confident Stewart will bring significant value in his new position as Sedgwick looks to grow our presence in this important region,” said Ian Muress, Sedgwick CEO of international operations.

“Paul is ideally suited to lead and drive the Sedgwick UK business to the next level, building on the integration successfully completed over the last 18 months. Paul’s 32 years of experience and industry knowledge will be massively beneficial as we strive for excellence in this market.

“The UK clients will continue to benefit from the complimentary skills, experience and market reputations of Paul, Stewart and Neil as well as the unrivalled management capability across all business lines. These appointments will further strengthen our high performing UK and European leadership teams as we focus on our strategic growth to support our clients and customers.”

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