Talbot Underwriting, a subsidiary of American International Group, (AIG) has announced the appointment of Catherine Barton as the new chief financial officer (CFO), effective 28 September 2020.

Barton will also join the Talbot board, subject to regulatory approval. She succeeds Nigel Wachman, who retires from Talbot in September 2020 after two decades of services.

She brings extensive insurance and financial experience to the role, most recently serving as commercial and finance director of the UK Bupa business from 2015 to 2017, and general manager for Bupa Dental Care in 2018. Since 2017, Barton has served as a non-executive director and chair of the Audit Committee of Sabre Insurance Group plc.

David Morris, acting chief executive officer (CEO) and Syndicate Active Underwriter at Talbot, commented: “I’m delighted that Catherine is joining Talbot as our CFO. With her broad industry experience, developed in various roles, she will bring new perspectives as a member of our leadership team.”

Barton said: “I’m delighted that Catherine is joining Talbot as our CFO. With her broad industry experience, developed in various roles, she will bring new perspectives as a member of our leadership team.”