Gallagher raids Hiscox to appoint Philip Saunders

Arthur J Gallagher UK has hired Philip Saunders from Hiscox to join its 14-strong binding authority unit as divisional director.

He will report in to the unit’s managing director, Des O’Connor, who said: “Our unit has experienced massive year-on-year growth since 2008 and we’re now managing over £300m premium throughput annually.

"Philip will make a valuable addition to the team as we continue to expand the business.”

Saunders added: “I am thrilled to have joined such a strong company and am looking forward to working closely with Des and the other members of the team.

"I am sure that 2011 will continue to be a year of strong growth for AJG and I couldn’t be happier to be a part of the team.”