Markel International launches Specialty division with new International Casualty team and boosts leadership with senior appointments

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Markel (NYSE: MKL) launches Specialty practice within its International Wholesale division, led by Tom Hillier as Divisional Managing Director. The addition of a new International Casualty team within Specialty, spearheaded by Graeme Ivory as Director, signals Markel's commitment to best serve its key business partners.

LONDON, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel, the insurance operation within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), has launched a Specialty practice within its International Wholesale division which will be spearheaded by Tom Hillier as Divisional Managing Director. This is supported by the addition of a new International Casualty team within Specialty and the appointment of Graeme Ivory as Director of International Casualty. These developments signal Markel's continued growth in the Wholesale business and commitment to Specialty classes, to best serve its key business partners.  

Specialty will be led by Hillier, and the division is now home to Markel's leading Equine and Livestock, Marine and Energy Liability, Trade Credit, Political Risk, and Surety (TCPRS) underwriting teams, as well as its new International Casualty line. Hillier and Ivory will be based at Markel's London office and report to Andrew McMellin, Managing Director of Wholesale at Markel International. Hillier brings a wealth of expertise and deep knowledge of the Lloyd's and London Specialty insurance markets. As a highly experienced Casualty underwriter, Ivory will steward the development of the International Casualty portfolio.

The duo join Markel from Brit Insurance, where Hillier was Managing Director of Specialty and Ivory was Head of Liability. Hillier's role spanned both Property and Casualty and during his time at Brit, he was particularly focused on underwriting performance. Ivory joined Brit in 2014 and has also held underwriting roles at ACE Europe, Zurich Global Energy, and Catlin 2003 Syndicate.

McMellin commented: "I'm delighted to unveil our new dedicated Specialty division with Tom at the helm, to bring together elements of longer tail lines, encourage teamwork, and enhance best-in-class underwriting, as well as provide greater scale for our broking partners. I'm also thrilled to welcome Graeme to the team as we set up our International Casualty capability."

He continued: "With the evolution of the underwriting landscape, their considerable leadership experience and track record of delivering innovative solutions for clients will prove invaluable to Markel. I look forward to the insights they will bring as we drive forward our ambitious global agenda across our key business lines."

About Markel
We are Markel, a leading global specialty insurer with a truly people-first approach. As the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we operate the Markel Specialty, Markel International, and Markel Global Reinsurance divisions, as well as State National, our portfolio protection and program services operations, and Nephila, our insurance-linked securities operations. Our broad array of capabilities and expertise allow us to create intelligent solutions for the most complex risk management needs. However, it is our people – and the deep, valued relationships they develop with colleagues, brokers and clients – that differentiates us worldwide.

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FAQ

Who is leading the new Specialty practice within Markel's International Wholesale division?

The new Specialty practice within Markel's International Wholesale division is led by Tom Hillier as Divisional Managing Director.

Who is spearheading the new International Casualty team within Specialty?

The new International Casualty team within Specialty is spearheaded by Graeme Ivory as Director.

Where will Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory be based?

Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory will be based at Markel's London office.

Who will Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory report to?

Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory will report to Andrew McMellin, Managing Director of Wholesale at Markel International.

Where did Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory previously work?

Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory previously worked at Brit Insurance.

What is the focus of Tom Hillier's role at Brit Insurance?

Tom Hillier's role at Brit Insurance spanned both Property and Casualty, with a particular focus on underwriting performance.

What is the background of Graeme Ivory as a Casualty underwriter?

Graeme Ivory has held underwriting roles at ACE Europe, Zurich Global Energy, and Catlin 2003 Syndicate, prior to joining Markel.

What is the comment from Andrew McMellin regarding the new Specialty division and International Casualty capability?

Andrew McMellin expressed delight in unveiling the new Specialty division and setting up the International Casualty capability, highlighting the considerable leadership experience and track record of delivering innovative solutions for clients that Tom Hillier and Graeme Ivory bring to Markel.