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Global insurance giant Willis Towers Watson has named a new Australasian head today, after former leader Andrew Boal decided to step down after 27 years.
“Andrew led the company with distinction, taking it through a stage of intense integration and consolidation,” said Adam Garrard, head of international for Willis Towers Watson.
“We are now streamlining the Australasian operations to bring them into line with the structure we have in other geographic regions that form part of our International group,” he added.
Simon Weaver, formerly head of corporate risk and broking for Willis Towers Watson, was confirmed as the latest Australasia head, with his previous position set to be merged into the new role.
“Simon has extensive risk management and insurance broking industry expertise and since he took up the Australasian head of CRB role in early 2018, he has connected strongly with clients and focused on driving business growth,” said Garrard.
“He also has a strong knowledge and understanding of our human capital and benefits segment, having managed our combined Singapore operations through and after the Willis Towers Watson merger.”
Speaking on his appointment, Weaver said he was excited to lead the company’s Australasia business.
“Willis Towers Watson focuses on delivering seamless client service and we will leverage our deep expertise in risk modelling, risk management, analytics and risk engineering to address the dynamically changing risk environment impacting businesses across the region,” he said.
“There is still more to be done to develop the integrated propositions that Willis Towers Watson delivers for clients around the world,” he continued.
“Along with our senior leadership team, I am committed to ensuring we deliver innovative insights and offerings to our clients that result in further strengthened relationships and improved business performance.”
