General Insurance Article - PwC appoints Jim Bichard as London Market Insurance Leader

 Jim Bichard has taken on the role of London Market Insurance leader at PwC. Jim is a Partner with 16 years experience at the firm including 5 years in their New York practice. He will have responsibility for the firm's activities across all lines of service - Audit, Tax and Advisory - to the Lloyd's, London Market and major broker markets. He takes this role on from Gavin Phillips who has moved on to a new senior role heading up PwC's Insurance and Asset Management Assurance practice. 

 Jim Bichard, London Market Insurance leader at PwC, commented:

 "I am excited by the opportunity to take on this role within our practice and am looking to build on the excellent work Gavin has done over the last 3 years. This market continues to be a very dynamic one and I look forward to making sure that we offer the very best of the firm's thinking to our clients."

 Jonathan Howe, PwC's UK Insurance leader, said:

 "I would like to thank Gavin for his fantastic achievements in the role where he has moved us forward in all areas not just in client service but also talent development. I am delighted to welcome Jim into the team. This is a very important market for our insurance practice and one where we have established a leading presence."

 Gavin Phillips, PwC insurance partner, said:

 "I have enjoyed this role enormously and will continue to be actively involved in the Lloyd's market in support of Jim with both existing and new clients"