Mercer has appointed David Morrow to the new role of insurance propositions leader.
In this role he will develop and implement Mercer’s investment proposition across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, expanding its position as a leading provider of investment services to insurers in the region.
Morrow joins from BNY Mellon where he was responsible for the companies largest insurance relationships in Europe. Prior to that he spent eight years at DWS, primarily focusing on the company’s European insurance clients.
Mercer partner & global head of financial institutions Amit Popat says: “Mercer has a wide array of solutions to support insurers in optimising their assets, reducing risk and efficiently managing their investment frameworks. With a team of over 30 insurance professionals and multi-billions of insurance assets implemented and under advisement globally, it is important Mercer continues to invest to enhance and evolve the ways in which we empower insurance businesses globally.
“[Morrow’s] appointment is an important step in ensuring Mercer remains a leader in this field and is well equipped to support the changing needs of insurers.”
Mercer said it was broadening its partnerships across all segments of the insurance sector in conjunction with its sister companies Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman.
Morrow adds: “Mercer’s expansive capabilities are ideal for supporting insurance companies as they evaluate their target operating models for investments, diversify liquid and private markets holdings and incorporate sustainability objectives.”