Berkley Re Asia has announced the appointment of Kenrick Law as head of underwriting and branch manager, effective June 2026, in a move that strengthens its leadership bench in the region’s competitive reinsurance market.
Law brings more than two decades of experience across underwriting, client management, and executive leadership in the global reinsurance sector. His appointment comes as reinsurers continue to navigate evolving risk dynamics across Asia, including climate-related exposures, regulatory developments, and shifting capital flows.
Prior to joining Berkley Re Asia, Law served as regional CEO and head of property & casualty client management at Allianz Reinsurance, where he spent over a decade overseeing strategic relationships and portfolio development across the Asia-Pacific region. In that role, he was responsible for driving client engagement and aligning underwriting strategies with regional market conditions.
Earlier in his career, Law held senior positions at Asia Capital Reinsurance Group, including executive vice president for strategic business and head of casualty underwriting. He also spent several years at Swiss Re as a casualty underwriting manager, building a foundation in technical underwriting and risk assessment.
His experience spans both primary and reinsurance markets, with a particular focus on casualty lines and large-scale portfolio management. Industry recognition has included being named among the “Most Influential Leaders in Reinsurance” during his tenure at Allianz, reflecting his impact on the sector.
Berkley Re Asia said the appointment is expected to enhance its underwriting capabilities and support its continued growth strategy in the region. The company noted that Law’s leadership experience and market knowledge will complement its existing team as it seeks to expand its footprint and deepen client relationships across Asia.
The appointment comes at a time when reinsurance markets in Asia are undergoing transformation, driven by increased demand for risk transfer solutions and greater complexity in underwriting. Leadership with both technical expertise and regional insight is seen as critical for navigating these conditions.
Law is set to assume his new role in mid-2026.
