JLT nabs former Network Rail insurance head

JLT has recruited Ian Thompson to join it's new Transport, Engineering and Water Utilities Industry Practice Group which was launched earlier this year.

Ian Thompson, partner, JLT, said: "I'm delighted to join JLT as I've respected their entrepreneurial approach as an insurance buyer for many years. Setting up a new Industry Practice Group with Andy Bear is a great opportunity and will deliver market leading service and expertise for our Clients."

Thompson was formerly the head of group insurance for Network Rail. During his 13 year stint, he developed innovative insurance programmes, managed a substantial captive insurance subsidiary and managed numerous major rail accidents.

Andy Bear, head of practice, Transport, Engineering and Water Utilities, JLT, added: 'It's great to have Ian on board. His excellent experience of the rail sector is second to none. Ian is also widely respected in the London Insurance Market and in 2008 his team was awarded the Insurance Day Corporate Risk Manager of the Year Award.

"This investment in quality people further demonstrates JLT's commitment to the industry practice approach. Ian's perspective as a previous insurance buyer differentiates us from other brokers and will really add value to our Clients."