Insurer Zurich has completed its state management structure with the appointment of Hamish MacLean as state manager for Victoria and Tasmania.

In his new role, MacLean will use his more than 15 years of broking experience across Australia and New Zealand to take charge of business development, general management, and growth across the firm's portfolios in Victoria and Tasmania.

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Before joining Zurich, MacLean was general manager of Adroit Insurance Group in Melbourne. He’s also served in roles at Marsh and Willis.

“Hamish brings a wealth of experience and deep capabilities in relationship management, leadership and operations; we’re delighted to welcome him to the role,” said Steve Ord, chief distribution officer. “Victoria and Tasmania are crucial markets for Zurich and I’m excited about him bringing his skills to bear for the benefit of our broker partners across these states. Hamish’s energy and leadership qualities align perfectly with our ambition to adopt a much more market-focused posture.”      


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