Willis creates Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa unit
Willis says it is “aligning” its Asia Pacific business with its Middle East and Africa operations under the leadership of Roger Wilkinson as chairman and chief executive officer.
Hong Kong-based Mr Wilkinson, who was formerly chief executive officer of Willis Asia Pacific, will continue to report to Sarah Turvill, chairman and chief executive officer, Willis International.
Having joined Willis in 2005 following a 32-year career at Marsh, Mr Wilkinson will be supported in his new role by Scott Pickering who has been appointed as president of the aligned businesses, having formerly been chief executive officer for the group’s operations in Russia, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and South Africa.
Mr Pickering moved to Willis last year after working for RSA Insurance as regional chief executive officer for Asia and the Middle East.
Jointly, the appointees will oversee approximately 1,500 associates in 17 countries and 53 offices.
Commenting on the appointments, Ms Turvill says: “Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa are key growth areas for the future.”
She adds: “Our aim in aligning the businesses under Roger and Scott’s dynamic leadership is to give the new region increased focus, take advantage of synergies, and bring to our clients enhanced specialist and industry expertise.”
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