Swiss Re has appointed Mr Benjamin "Ben" Savill as CEO Australia and New Zealand, effective 1 October 2026, and subject to regulatory approval.
Mr Savill brings nearly 30 years of industry experience across a range of markets, most recently as CEO Pacific for Guy Carpenter. Prior to that, he worked with Convex Insurance, Fidelis Insurance and Amlin, according to his LinkedIn profile.
He succeeds Mr Trent Thomson, who is moving into the role of Global Head Specialty Reinsurance for Swiss Re.