Markel lands new contingency underwriter

Markel has appointed James Leach as contingency underwriter to develop its diverse specialty division.

Leach joins Markel from Sirius International where he worked for two years becoming assistant underwriter.

Previously he spent seven years in sports management and founded a boutique sports agency.

Leach said: “I look forward to taking up my role at Markel International and contributing to the growth of an already profitable portfolio of business.”

Jeremy Brazil, president of MIICL and active underwriter syndicate 3000, added: “I am delighted that we have attracted someone with James’s background. His previous experience in sports management will be a valuable asset to our contingency book.”