Specialist Lloyd’s insurer Jubilee has appointed John McGonigle as Head of Affinity and Special Risks.
McGonigle assumes responsibility for the profitable performance of Jubilee’s diverse affinity and special risks portfolio and its service delivery to broker and affinity partners. He will focus on building on the team’s record of innovative and broad product solutions.
Johnny Rowell, Chief Executive of Jubilee, said: “Affinity and special risks are key to our growth strategy. We have continued to invest in the broadening of the team’s expertise and knowledge which has delivered strong results. The team will no doubt benefit significantly from John’s proven track record and experience.”
John McGonigle said: “Jubilee has proved that building and maintaining a successful affinity partnership is more than just specialist underwriting expertise.
“Innovation and responsive services to business partners are important differentiators in this market, working with the team to build on these strong foundations will be an exciting challenge.”
McGonigle joins Jubilee from AmTrust where he was Head of Underwriting – Property and Special Risks. He has 21 years insurance experience, the majority of which has been spent in the underwriting and management of special risks and affinity business.
Senior Class Underwriter, Piers Faulkner has been appointed as Deputy Head of Affinity and Special Risks to work alongside John in managing the team.
The Affinity and Special Risks portfolio includes all risk gadget and mobile phone insurance, warranty covers and added value and add-on products.