Willis becomes first major broker to achieve chartered status this year

David Martin, Willis

Global broker Willis’s UK business has been named a chartered insurance broker by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII).

Willis UK said it applied for chartered status as part of a wider strategy to increase its focus on client service, as well as offering its employees the opportunity for development.

Willis UK chief executive David Martin (pictured) said: “This award is recognition of the hard work and integrity of our associates across the UK, and reinforces our commitment to offering quality advice and support for our clients to meet their insurance and risk management needs.”

CII chief executive Sandy Scott added: “For a number of years Willis UK has worked closely with CII and been a strong supporter of professional development. It is extremely encouraging that Willis is the first major broker to achieve chartered status in 2013 and their achievement is further evidence of the importance of the chartered award to the very best brokers in the market.”