Markel has brought in Jack Eastwood (pictured) as senior underwriter for cyber, effective immediately.

In his new role, Eastwood will be a key figure within Markel’s cyber & technology team, collaborating closely with leadership to shape and execute the company’s cyber underwriting strategy in London. His leadership will be instrumental in advancing the portfolio, helping to improve services and deliver enhanced value to brokers and clients.

Eastwood brings over 13 years of expertise from his previous position at AIG, where he began as a financial lines underwriter with a focus on professional liability and cyber risk. He later ascended to the role of team leader – cyber & technology. Prior to AIG, he spent over four years as a broker at Griffiths & Armour.

Based in Markel’s London office, Eastwood will report to Dan Fox, head of cyber at Markel.

Fox commented: “I’m delighted to announce Jack Eastwood who has joined our London cyber team in a senior underwriter capacity. His deep sector knowledge and expertise complements our existing cyber underwriting capabilities and will help position us for further profitable growth so we can continue serving clients and brokers in the most effective way possible.

“We look forward to seeing Jack’s contributions and efforts over the coming months.”

Christopher Burgess, cyber director at Markel, added: “We’re delighted to welcome Jack to our growing cyber team here in London.

“His cross-functional skillset in broking, financial lines underwriting, and portfolio management will be of paramount importance as we continue to drive profitable growth in the UK and internationally and firmly establish ourselves as a leading insurer and trusted risk management partner for customers.”

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