General Insurance Article - Barnett Waddingham appoints new Head of Insurance Consulting

 Barnett Waddingham has appointed Scott Eason as their new Head of Insurance Consulting.

 In his new role, Scott will lead the strategic development and growth of Barnett Waddingham’s general and life insurance consulting teams, at a time when the firm is looking to increase its presence in the insurance consulting marketplace. Scott will succeed current Head of Insurance, John O’Neill, who is retiring from the role.

 Scott joins Barnett Waddingham from Societe Generale’s Corporate and Investment Bank, where he was Managing Director and Head of Insurance and Pension Advisory for the UK, Scandinavia and CEMEA countries.

 Commenting on his appointment, Scott Eason said: “I am excited to be joining Barnett Waddingham at a time when their insurance consulting team is growing in both the general and life insurance markets. I’m looking forward to leading the team and increasing awareness of the high level of actuarial, risk management and investment expertise that Barnett Waddingham can offer.”

 Nick Salter, senior partner, Barnett Waddingham, said: “Scott’s significant insurance consulting experience made him the ideal choice to take up the role as our new Head of Insurance Consulting. Our insurance team has already grown considerably in the past few years and Scott’s appointment will be instrumental in continuing the strategic growth of this side of our business.