Bermuda-based specialty (re)insurer Argo Group International Holdings has announced the appointment of Allison Kiene to serve as group general counsel.

In her new role, she will be responsible for the company’s legal and compliance teams and will report to Kevin Rehnberg, chief executive officer.

Kiene joins the business from Sompo International, where she most recently served as assistant general counsel and chief compliance officer, data protection officer.

She has also held similar roles at Montpelier Re Holdings, Blue Capital Management and Familymeds Group Inc.

Rehnberg said: “Allison joins Argo with a wealth of experience in all aspects of the insurance industry’s legal, regulatory and compliance environments. She will serve as a valuable member of the executive committee as we look to simplify the organization and pursue growth in our most profitable businesses.

“We would also like to thank Susan Comparato for serving as our former U.S. general counsel and managing much of the group’s legal and compliance responsibilities during this transition period. We’re looking forward to continuing to work with Susan as she moves into her new role leading our Programs, Transportation and Alternative Risk Solutions businesses.”