Towergate appoints Derek Henry to oversee insurer relationships

Towergate Insurance has appointed Derek Henry to the newly created role of group carrier relationship director.

Henry will responsible for the commercial development and central oversight of all insurer relationships within Towergate Group. He will report directly to Towergate Underwriting chief executive Clive Nathan.

Henry was previously corporate partnerships director for Junction at BGL and has held senior roles at Capita and RAC.

Towergate Underwriting recently renewed £250m of capacity with RSA, Alliaz, QBE and Zurich.

“As the UK’s largest MGA, it has become increasingly important for us to manage strategic partnerships with insurers effectively,” Nathan said.