Arch promotes deputy CEO of international insurance

Arch Insurance International has promoted Kirsten Valder to be deputy CEO of the company, tasking her with growing its platforms around the world.  

As Deputy CEO, Valder will be responsible for supporting the continued development and evolution of Arch Insurance International’s platforms, which include Bermuda, the London Market, UK Regional Market, Australia and the EU. Based in London, she will continue to report to Hugh Sturgess, CEO of Arch Insurance International.

Valder, a lawyer by training, was chief claims officer until 2021 when she was promoted to chief administrative officer with an expanded remit including claims, legal, human resources and compliance. Prior to joining Arch, Valder was a Partner at Kennedys Law LLP.

Sturgess said: “Kirsten has played a leading role in the expansion of Arch Insurance International. Her deep understanding of our organisation coupled with her wealth of technical and market knowledge make her a natural fit for the role. Her appointment forms part of our ongoing growth plans as we look to boost our overall market position and amplify our value and offering to brokers and customers.”

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