Leadership Changes in UK Insurance Sector
The UK and European insurance markets are experiencing significant leadership changes, as evidenced by recent announcements from Clearway Group and Zurich UK. These developments indicate ongoing strategic shifts within the industry.
Clearway Group Appoints New CEO
Clearway Group has confirmed Phil Doyle as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Peter Eglinton. Doyle brings over 20 years of experience in the security and safety sector, having held senior positions at Bosch Security Systems and AXIS Communications. His appointment comes as Clearway continues its expansion into new European markets, including Germany and Austria, in addition to its ongoing developments in the UK and France.
Under Doyle’s leadership, Clearway aims to drive growth across its core European markets. The company’s recent expansion has broadened its customer base and security solution offerings across the continent. Eglinton, who led Clearway through a period of significant transformation over the past two years, has set the stage for continued growth.
Zurich UK Strengthens Regional Leadership
In a separate development, Zurich UK has appointed Georgina Davis as head of regional market for the Midlands, South West, and Wales. Davis joined Zurich in 2023 as head of broker proposition and distribution, where she was responsible for shaping regional distribution strategies. She reports to Morgan Lyons, head of retail commercial, and will oversee regional operations and broker engagement efforts aimed at driving growth.
Davis’s appointment represents a return to her roots in the Midlands market, where she previously held broker-facing roles at British Engineering Services. Lyons praised Davis’s leadership and relationships as key assets for Zurich’s regional ambitions. Davis expressed her enthusiasm for supporting brokers and clients in key UK regions.
These leadership changes at Clearway Group and Zurich UK reflect the ongoing evolution of the UK and European insurance markets. As the industry continues to adapt to changing market conditions, these new appointments are poised to drive growth and strategic development in their respective organizations.
