Hiscox Re hires MS Amlin reinsurance head

Specialist insurer Hiscox has appointed Matthew Wilken as chief underwriting officer for Hiscox Re & ILS.

Wilken will be responsible for executing underwriting strategy, meeting the needs of clients and capital partners and delivering long-term value for the business. Based in Bermuda, he will become a member of the Hiscox Re & ILS executive team and report to Kathleen Reardon, CEO of Hiscox Re & ILS.

Wilken joins from MS Amlin, where he was head of reinsurance. He spent his early career at Kiln Syndicate before joining Argo Re as chief underwriting officer of Argo Re Short Tail. He later became president before moving to Ariel Re as active underwriter S1910 and deputy global head of reinsurance.

“Matthew has a deep reservoir of market cycle knowledge and his wealth of experience, gained both in London and Bermuda, will be invaluable as we navigate the evolving risk landscape,” said Reardon.

“With his proven leadership skills and a strong market reputation, we are delighted to be further strengthening our underwriting and executive team.”

Wilken added: “With rate momentum in our favour and a compelling strategy in place, it’s an exciting time to be joining Hiscox Re & ILS. I look forward to leading the talented team of underwriters and driving the reinsurance underwriting strategy forward.”