Brit Group Holdings Limited (“Brit”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Jacques Henchoz as a Non-Executive Director, with effect from 1 May 2025 and subject to regulatory approvals.

Jean-Jacques will join the boards of Brit’s Group holding company, Brit Group Holdings Limited, and its Lloyd’s Managing Agent, Brit Syndicates Limited, both as a Non-Executive Director.

Jean-Jacques was most recently Chairman of the Executive Board for Hannover Re, having held the role since 2019. He brings over 27 years of experience within the global reinsurance industry. Prior to Hannover Re, Jean-Jacques spent over 20 years at Swiss Re in various leadership positions, most recently as the CEO of Reinsurance and the Regional President for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Martin Thompson, CEO of Brit, said: “We are delighted to welcome Jean-Jacques to the Board. His experience across the global insurance industry will complement both our leadership strategy within Lloyd’s and our growth ambitions, including through the expansion of our Bermudian presence. His understanding of strategic transformations will also be of value as we continue to evolve Brit to be successful both today and in the future. The Board and I look forward to working with Jean-Jacques.”