BMS taps Aon veteran to be chief broking officer

Veteran Aon executive Richard Dudley is set to join BMS Group as chief broking officer where he will support  the build-out of the London and Bermuda reinsurance platforms.  

Dudley will join the company in December and will report to Nick Cook, BMS Group CEO. He will be based in London. 

BMS said his expertise in managing large, integrated specialty businesses in London will be invaluable in executing the ambitious growth plans for its London specialty business.

Dudley joins BMS with over 30 years of industry experience, having most recently held the position of global head of climate strategy at Aon. He currently serves on Lloyd's Council and was previously chair of the London and International Insurance Brokers’ Association.

He previously served as CEO of Aon’s Commercial Risk Wholesale and Specialty Broking operations in London. His reinsurance experience and leadership were instrumental in successfully integrating and growing Aon’s UK & Ireland and Benelux businesses following Aon’s acquisition of Benfield in 2008.

Cook said: “Richard brings an impressive wealth of experience and will play a key role in supporting BMS as it continues to grow. 

“His vast expertise in both specialty and reinsurance, along with his relationships and history of working with colleagues, insurers, regulators, and clients across the globe, will be instrumental as BMS expands its international footprint.”

Dudley added: "As BMS continues its fast-paced development, I am eager to help the teams identify exciting new opportunities and solidify the group’s market position.”

This strategic addition to the leadership team follows the recent hiring of Brad Melvin, also from Aon, as BMS Re President and US CEO. Over the past six months, BMS has also welcomed Chris Brook as chief operating officer, Ali Trauttmansdorff as chief people officer, Charlie Rozes as Group CFO, and Farah Nelson as US CFO. 

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