BMS group taps UK chief growth officer

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BMS group taps UK chief growth officer

Watkins’s 12 years at BMS invaluable as company broadens market reach and refines strategic approaches

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By
Althea Javellana

BMS Group, an independent insurance and reinsurance broker, has announced the appointment of Hannah Watkins to the role of UK chief growth officer. Effective immediately, Watkins will operate out of the London office, reporting to Ian Gormley, the CEO of BMS Group UK.

In her new role, Watkins will be responsible for leading the firm’s client-first growth strategy, coordinating BMS’s business origination strategies across London. This coordination is vital as it aims to not only bolster the UK market but also support the company’s objectives in the US and other international markets. Watkins will also lead efforts to reinforce the company’s cultural ethos and strengthen relationships with carriers to enhance BMS’s position in the global market.

Watkins has served at BMS for over 12 years, joining the company as the director of risk solutions. Her most recent position was as managing director at BMS Re. Prior to joining BMS, she served as an associate at Jardine Lloyd Thomson Group and Glencairn, each for six years.

“Hannah has been a cornerstone in the development of our growth narrative and a key architect of our client-first culture,” Gormley said. “Her comprehensive experience across specialty insurance, delegated markets, and reinsurance makes her the ideal leader to integrate our operational strengths and drive our growth initiatives.”

“Having been part of BMS for 13 years, I am both honoured and excited to step into this role,

Watkins said. “Our clients are the core of our business, and I am deeply committed to enhancing our impact on their enterprises, their communities, and the broader market. This role offers me an incredible opportunity to further champion our team’s efforts and spearhead our strategic growth.”

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