Aon appoints branch director for Bristol office

Aon Risk Solutions has appointed Peter Grocock as branch director for the company’s Bristol office as part of a long-term investment in the region.

Grocock has over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry and previously worked as corporate client director at Jelf Group, and as regional client service director at Marsh.

Aon area director Craig Preston said: “I am delighted Peter is now leading our Bristol office. His understanding of both client and insurer needs ensures that by using innovative risk management and insurance ideas we are able to help clients control their costs, while supporting their growth in the region’s business community. Aon is committed to strengthening its regional network across the UK, and the South West and Wales is a critical part of this.”

Commenting on his appointment, Grocock said. “I am delighted to have joined Aon. We have a fantastic team in Bristol with some 200 colleagues providing an unrivalled range of professional services from pensions and employee benefits consulting to global risk management and insurance programmes. We offer a true one stop shop for all our clients’ needs.”