Zurich Appoints Brian Reilly As CEO Of The General Insurance Business In The Middle East
Global insurer Zurich has announced the appointment of Brian J. Reilly as Chief Executive Officer of Zurich’s General Insurance (GI) business in the Middle East, with effect from July 1, 2013.
Mr. Reilly will be responsible for further developing and executing Zurich’s GI strategy across the region, covering Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. He will report to Saad Mered, CEO of Zurich’s GI business in Middle East & Africa, and be based in Dubai.
Zurich has undergone a period of rapid expansion and growth in the Middle East over the past two years. It has launched a range of tailored and innovative personal insurance products, including motor, home and travel insurance, as well as a suite of industry-leading insurance solutions for small businesses and multinational corporations.
Mr. Reilly joined Zurich in September 2009 and currently serves as Zurich’s Head of Personal & Small Business Segment for GI in Middle East & Africa. In this role he has made a significant contribution to delivering profitable growth across the region by launching new customer-focused insurance products, opening up new channels and securing new distribution partners.
Prior to joining Zurich, he served in senior leadership positions with AIG, BUPA, RBS and General Accident (now Aviva). Mr. Reilly has four decades of insurance experience working in more than 30 countries during his career.
“I am very proud that we have found such a strong candidate internally,†said Saad Mered. “Brian is a results-orientated leader with a passion for customers and vast international exposure in both emerging and mature markets. I am confident that Brian will continue to develop Zurich’s successful strategy, drive profitable growth, and continue to expand our distribution network, product portfolio and service capabilities in the region.â€
Emirate: Dubai
Date: Jul 21, 2013
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