MS Amlin names two new non-executive directors

(Re)insurer MS Amlin has named Jo Hine and Andrew Downes as two new independent non-executive directors.

Hine will take over as chair of the risk and solvency committee, subject to regulatory approval. 

Downes, meanwhile, joins the board following a 20-year stint as an audit partner at Deloitte.

Simon Jeffreys, chair of MS Amlin’s board, said: “I am delighted to welcome Hine and Downes to MS Amlin.

”Both bring extensive expertise and a deep understanding of the Lloyd’s market, making them valuable additions to the board as we continue to grow our business and strengthen our competitive position.”

Meanwhile, non-executive director and current chair of risk committee, Julie Hopes, will step down after more than three years.

Jeffreys added: “I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Hopes for her dedicated service as a member of the MS Amlin board over a number of years and for her leadership of the risk and solvency committee.”

Experience

Hine brings a range of finance, capital and risk experience to the position.

She has held several senior executive roles with Hiscox, Tokio Marine Kiln, QBE European Operations, as well as at MS Amlin’s sister company Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe.

She is currently an independent non-executive director at Arch Insurance International and a non-executive director and trustee for Publish What You Fund, a charity promoting transparency in aid and development finance.

Downes, meanwhile, has led audit and advisory engagements for UK and international clients at Deloitte.

He is also a non-executive board member and trustee for the Pimlico Toy Library, a Westminster-based children’s charity.