Sportscover exec defects to Beazley

Specialist insurer Beazley has appointed Damian Kerin to head its contingency business in Australia.

Kerin joins Beazley from the insurer Sportscover and has over 20 years’ experience in the Australian insurance market.

Chris Rackliffe, Beazley’s global head of contingency, said: “I am delighted that Beazley has attracted an underwriter of Damian’s experience and reputation to lead our Australian contingency business. We have had a local team in Australia underwriting contingency risks since 2010 and Damian is perfectly placed to lead our next stage of development.”