Independent specialist re/insurance broker Miller has appointed Judith Zeleny as global head of origination, strategic advisory within its reinsurance division.
Zeleny joins the firm from Munich Re, where she most recently led global business development for structured reinsurance solutions. Over a 26-year tenure at Munich Re, she held multiple senior positions.
Her earlier career includes underwriting roles in property and casualty at General Re and Aachener Re. She brings more than 35 years of industry experience to her new position at Miller.
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In her new role, Zeleny will report to Shaun Sinniah, head of reinsurance and capital at Miller. She will work alongside the firm’s global team to pursue growth initiatives that align with the strategic direction of Miller’s reinsurance business.
Sinniah said Zeleny’s appointment is part of the firm's broader reinsurance strategy, following recent moves including the addition of Vincent Foucart as managing director and acquisitions of AHJ1, 4809 Brokers, and Bruzon over the past year.
In March, Miller also announced the appointment of three senior hires to its newly established M&A and Strategic Solutions (MASS) team.
The team will be led globally by Andrew Johnson and Edwina Charlton, with Rupert Newman joining as head of broking. In addition to transactional risk insurance, the team will focus on building dedicated tax and contingent risk practices. Miller said that the goal is to develop a full-service team outside North America. Johnson will also work with the broader business on its growth initiatives.
Miller’s expansion in the people department follows growth in FY2024, with the re/insurance broker reporting total revenues of £271 million, a 13% increase from 2023.
For the year ending Dec. 31, 2024, the company's EBITDA margin remained above 30% despite significant investments in personnel, technology, and operational capabilities. Miller placed approximately US$4 billion in gross written premium (GWP) during the year.
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