Lockton Re, the reinsurance business of the global broker, has announced the appointment of Jeremy England Lee to its non marine retrocession and property specialty division in London.

England Lee brings over 40 years of industry experience and most recently served as part of the global re specialty team at Aon. He began his career in 1978 at Lloyd’s D.E. Harman Syndicate and then moved to Bowring (later became Carpenter Bowring), where he held a key position in facultative, North American treaty and retrocession before joining Benfield in 1996 as a director for Retrocession.

Keith Harrison, International CEO, said: “We are delighted to welcome Jez to Lockton Re. The development of our global Retrocessional capabilities with such great talent is proof of the dynamic platform we are building and its attractiveness to colleagues and clients.

“Jeremy brings extensive experience, having successfully navigated buyers through multiple market cycles and challenges.  His understanding of the many nuances of the market make him a terrific addition to the Lockton Re client offering.”

Matt Foreman, head of Non-Marine Retrocession and Property Specialty, said: “What a great time for Jez to join Lockton Re, with our focus on exceptional client service and fierce independence, he is an industry heavy weight who will be a fantastic asset to our capabilities.”

Robert Bisset, chairman, Global Retrocession & Property Speciality, Bermuda and Market Capital, added: “Jez brings deep expertise in Retrocession and London Market Property combined with an excellent market reputation and wide ranging relationships. Whilst Jeremy will be based in London he will also be highly engaged in advising retrocessional clients around the globe, and working with colleagues in Bermuda and the USA.”