Peter WIlkie joins Lockton Re specialty division

LONDON, 12th August 2020 - Lockton Re, the global reinsurance business of the world’s largest privately held independent insurance broker, is pleased to announce that Peter Wilkie has joined its Specialty Division as a Broker reporting to Paul Upton.

Commenting on the appointment, Paul Upton, Head of Specialty Division, Lockton Re, said, “We continue to build our Specialty capability and Peter is a great addition to our expanding team as we focus on offering exceptional client service with diverse expertise. We are helping our growing client base to reap the benefits of a new reinsurance perspective through a digital lens. His Underwriting experience will bring an important alternative perspective to clients combined with very relevant expertise in War, Terrorism, Political Violence, Credit & Political Risk”.

Peter was most recently Deputy Line Underwriter - War, Terrorism & Political Violence at Hiscox, having spent 13 years there, starting in Accountant roles and moving into Underwriting. Peter has a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Sheffield.

Peter Wilkie, Specialty Broker, Lockton Re, said “I’m very excited to have joined an organisation with such a unique entrepreneurial culture that empowers colleagues to think creatively, move quickly and deliver more innovative solutions. The welcome has been great and I immediately feel part of the team and ready to make a difference”.

Keith Harrison, CEO International, Lockton Re concludes, “Lockton Re continues to attract colleagues with deep seated specialist experience who can provide our clients with differentiated service and capability. We are delighted to welcome Peter to the team and look forward to working with him”.