The former JLT Australia and New Zealand chief executive headed Marsh’s Pacific operations from 2019 until the end of 2023. Last September he was picked to become UK retail CEO, but the appointment – which marked the leader’s return to London – did not take effect as planned in January.
Details of the shock departure remain scant.
Now it’s been revealed that Harris will come on board Gallagher in July, subject to regulatory approval, to lead the company’s UK & Ireland retail division.
“Gallagher has a unique reputation among the large brokers, and I am delighted to take the helm of its UK & Ireland retail operations and join its fantastic leadership team,” Harris commented. “The team has benefited from strong organic growth over a sustained period, plus an enviable track record of successful acquisitions, and I will be looking to continue this growth.
“Our offices across the UK & Ireland are a critical part of our service to clients, providing firms with important regional expertise, and I am looking forward to meeting these teams to understand how they support clients and the solutions we offer.”
Aside from the UK & Ireland retail unit, Gallagher’s business in Britain also includes Gallagher Specialty and Pen Underwriting. Michael Rea, CEO of the UK operations, expressed his enthusiasm for Harris’s appointment.
“Nick will be a fantastic CEO for clients and our colleagues across our UK & Ireland retail division,” Rea said. “He is a natural leader who brings a commercially driven mind, which will help fuel continued growth and maintain our positive culture which underpins everything we do.
“Having led this business myself for a number of years, I know that the team has unrivalled commitment and passion for our clients, providing them with advice on how to best manage their risk, enabling firms to focus on successful trading. I am looking forward to working with him as we continue to grow Gallagher in the UK.”
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