QBE Europe names new head of liability

QBE Europe has named Erik Keller as the head of liability, effective from Jan. 1, 2024. With an extensive background spanning 30 years in commercial insurance, Keller has predominantly been involved in multinational business affairs.

Having served as the regional underwriting manager for QBE Germany since 2017, Keller brings with him a wealth of experience in liability portfolio management. Prior to joining QBE in 2011, he served as liability portfolio manager at Chubb, RSA, and construction insurance specialist VHV. This experience, as detailed on his LinkedIn, also significantly contributed to his proficiency in casualty underwriting and portfolio development.

At QBE Germany, Keller’s focus primarily gravitated towards large corporate and global business clientele. He actively participated in various European projects, including pivotal roles in QBE’s casualty rulebook, multinational offering, and the development of corporate and specialty practices.

In his new role on a European scale, Keller aims to align QBE’s liability strategy across European countries, focusing on harmonising processes and streamlining operations to enhance efficiency.

Keller will report to Naintara Agarwal, director of underwriting and portfolio management for Europe.

“I am absolutely thrilled to have Erik join the team. He has shown not only how he can support cooperation across European offices but also a dedication to building strong relations with brokers and clients. This, I believe, is the right approach to develop our capability and our market position in Europe,” Agarwal said.

“Developing our local underwriting teams and our casualty product offering is crucial to the long-term success of liability at QBE,” Keller said.

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