Global brokerage Willis Towers Watson has announced the new head of its corporate risk and broking (CRB) business.

Adam Garrard, current WTW head of international and member of the company’s operating committee, was appointed leader of Willis Tower Watson’s CRB segment, succeeding Todd Jones, who will take on a new role at QBE as CEO for North America.

Garrard joined the company in January, 1994. He recently led the creation of the global lines of business structure in CRB. He will continue to serve as acting head of international for now.

“Adam Garrard is a proven leader at our company,” said John Haley, Willis Towers Watson CEO. “I am confident he will lead profitable growth in this important business segment.”